MAPLE-ROASTED CARROTS WITH CARROT-TOP PESTO
Maple-roasted carrots are drizzled with a pesto made from carrot top greens, parsley, and almonds, resulting in a standout side dish that's vegetarian to boot.
Provided by Juliana Hale
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Scrub carrots very well and trim, leaving an inch of the green tops attached and reserving greens. Halve any large carrots lengthwise. Arrange in a shallow, foil-lined roasting pan. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/4 cup maple syrup. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
- Roast in the preheated oven until tender, stirring once or twice, about 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, wash and trim 1 1/2 cups of reserved carrot greens. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add greens; cook until just wilted, about 30 seconds. Drain and immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water. Remove and blot dry on paper towels.
- Combine carrot greens, parsley, Parmesan cheese, almonds, lemon zest, garlic, and remaining 1 teaspoon maple syrup in a food processor. Pulse to chop. With machine running, drizzle in olive oil until well combined. Season pesto with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Drizzle roasted carrots with a little pesto and serve remaining pesto on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.2 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 249.8 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
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erik ok_
[email protected]This recipe is too expensive. I can't afford the ingredients.
mdsamimal hasan
[email protected]I'm allergic to carrots. Can I substitute another vegetable?
Isaiah Onyekezu
[email protected]This recipe seems a bit complicated. Is it worth the effort?
Palesa rasekele Rasekele
[email protected]I'm not sure about the carrot top pesto. Has anyone tried it?
Nicholas Duus
[email protected]This dish looks so good! I can't wait to try it.
Anwar Sa
[email protected]I'm going to try this recipe with other root vegetables, like parsnips and turnips.
Sekai Mangena
[email protected]This dish is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've already made it twice this week.
Zihad Zihad
[email protected]I love that this dish is made with all healthy ingredients. It's a great way to get a serving of vegetables.
SPARATIKK CREATIONS
[email protected]This dish is so beautiful and festive. It's perfect for a holiday meal.
REDSHOT 10K
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of carrots, but this dish changed my mind. The maple glaze and carrot top pesto are amazing.
zash 3
[email protected]I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Samantha Noble
[email protected]This dish is a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet carrots and the pesto.
caroline gathuka
[email protected]The carrot top pesto is a great way to use up carrot tops. It's so flavorful and versatile.
Kathmandu views ezyroyalinfo
[email protected]The maple glaze on the carrots is so delicious. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Joud Shendi
[email protected]I love how easy this dish is to make. The carrots and pesto can be made ahead of time, so it's a great option for a weeknight meal.
David Tilden
[email protected]These maple roasted carrots with carrot top pesto were a hit! The carrots were perfectly caramelized and the pesto added a bright, herbaceous flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.