Maple Roasted Carrots with Carrot Top Pesto Recipe

Enjoy the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors with this maple roasted carrots recipe. The tender carrots are roasted with a glaze of maple syrup, olive oil, and a touch of cinnamon for a caramelized finish. Topped with a vibrant and fresh carrot top pesto, this dish is a great way to use the entire carrot and make a colorful and delicious side dish for any meal. It's easy to make and will impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

• 1 bunch of carrots with their tops
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Carrot Top Pesto:
• 1 cup carrot tops, washed and dried
• 1/4 cup toasted almonds
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Trim the carrot tops, leaving a bit of the stem attached to the carrots. Rinse the carrots and their tops well under cold water to remove any dirt.
3. In a large bowl, combine the maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss in the carrots and coat them well with the mixture.
4. Place the carrots on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the carrots are tender and caramelized.
5. While the carrots are roasting, prepare the carrot top pesto. In a food processor, blend the carrot tops, toasted almonds, Parmesan cheese, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
6. Remove the roasted carrots from the oven and let them cool slightly. Drizzle the carrot top pesto over the carrots or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
7. Garnish with some fresh carrot tops for an extra pop of color and flavor.
8. Serve the maple roasted carrots with carrot top pesto as a side dish or add them to a salad for a delicious meal.

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