Roasted in maple syrup and tons of zingy Moroccan spices, these roasted carrots and apples are an easy yet elegant addition to any fall dinner!
So clearly this week is unofficially Apple Bender Week. I’m kinda just now realizing that nearly all the recipes I have planned for this week are some form of apples.
And even more that are still yet to come… (!!!)
I’m positive you guys don’t mind though, right? I mean there is obviously no denying that it is FALL now. Embrace all things apples.
And all things roasty and toasty? I think we can do that too. ??
Shall we talk about the roasted carrots and apples that I did basically all of the above to?
√ Roasted to roasty-toasty tender perfection.
√ Tossed in sweet ‘n’ spicy Moroccan spices and maple syrup.
So. Dang. Gooooooooood. Like candy only possibly even better.
And hey, that last statement is totally accurate. Every single person in my family went head-over-heels over this roasted veggie goodness.
EVEN a certain 5-year old named Rachel who loudly claims that all veggies are “gross” was begging for more.
I get the feeling I’m slowly converting her. It probably helps that these veggies really do taste like candy. You know, as much as a few innocent carrots and apples roasted in loads of maple syrup, olive oil, and spices can taste.
So puuuuuurty!
It’s the simple stuff, friends. The SIMPLE stuff that turns into the omg-those-are-the-best-roasted-veggies-my-lips-have-ever-touched kinda things.
You might even end up picking them straight off the baking sheet and popping ’em like candy.
Yikes, and would you slap me if I happened to mention that these carrots/apples would make the BEST Thanksgiving side dish in like the universe?
I KNOW, it’s only October 20th and Thanksgiving might seem like 5 million years away but…well, I’ve already started planning and there’s no going back now. Look out.
And you probably should too. Starting by making this roasty-toasty pan of veggie gorgeousness.
Obviously to get you in the tastes-like-candy veggie spirit. ?
Let’s GO!
Moroccan Maple-Roasted Carrots and Apples
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Ingredients
- 1 lb carrots peeled and cut into 1-in slices
- 3 medium Honeycrisp apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss carrots and apples with remaining ingredients until coated. Spread in a single layer on a greased baking sheet.
- Roast carrots and apples at 400F 20-25 minutes or until fork-tender. Serve warm.
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Gayle@Pumpkin 'N Spice says
My mouth is literally watering, Sarah! I love your creativity with this dish! I’ve never thought to pair apples and carrots together, but I really love this idea, especially when it’s Moroccan flavored! Yum!
Sarah says
Thanks Gayle! It’s seriously a combo made in HEAVEN! 🙂
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Sarah, I love that you roasted carrots and apples togteher!!! and love this flavor combination!!! Looks so delicious!
Sarah says
Thank you Alice! Hope you have a fab weekend, friend! xoxo
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
Fall is definitely the season for roasted vegetables. i find them so comforting. I love that you added apples into the mix here. This would be perfect for a Thanksgiving Spread!!
Sarah says
It totally is! Roasted veggies are my everything in the fall! 😉 Thanks Renee!
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
Haha! Tis the season for apples, so it’s totally understandable! I am sure you, like me, wait all year for this time! I love this easy side-dish! Pinned!
Sarah says
YES! I live for apple season! LOL. Thanks Lindsey! xoxo
Ashley says
haha well I love apples so I say bring on all the recipes!! I LOVE roasted carrots and with the apples and those spices?? This sounds fantastic!
Sarah says
Thanks Ashley! These veggies are totally up your alley, girl!
marcie says
Maple syrup can do no wrong in my eyes, and I love that you paired it with Moroccan spices! This looks like the kind of side dish that’s completely going to perk up dinner. Or I would just eat this for dinner!
Sarah says
Haha yes! This may or may not have been my entire dinner the other day—too good! 🙂
Jessica @ Sweetest Menu says
Wow! Roasted apples? What an incredible idea! Gorgeous addition to any meal!
Sarah says
Thanks Jess! Roasted apples are totally incredible!
Kristen @ The Endless Meal says
What a great idea to combine apples and carrots! I bet the sweetness from the apples goes so well with the curry flavours. Yum!
Sarah says
Yes, it’s seriously a combo made in comfort food heaven! 😉 Thanks for the kind words, Kristen! xoxo
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
This looks incredible, Sarah! I love that you roasted apples with carrots! The flavors sound amazing and perfect for fall!
Sarah says
Thanks Kelly! Have a great weekend!
Michelle | A Latte Food says
That was totally me with pumpkin a few weeks ago! But, I totally don’t mind–bring on apple everything! But really though, because if all the recipes look as amazing as this, I need these in my life!
Sarah says
I’m totally going pumpkin crazy too! Gahh, just love all the fall things. 😉 Thanks Michelle!
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Allergy Friendly Eats says
Oooh, this is my kind of side dish! Garam masala is one of my favorite spices!
Sarah says
It’s one of my all-time fav spices too!! 😀
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
Roasted apples and carrots sound wonderful. I would have never thought to put the two together. Love it!
Sarah says
They’re totally the bomb.com together! 😉 Thank you Jen!
Katalina @ Peas & Peonies says
Love the spiciness that you used, must turned out so delicious, the veggies look perfectly cooked!
Sarah says
Thanks Katalina! Have a great weekend! xoxo
mira says
Great flavors! I love the combination! Great recipe Sarah!
Sarah says
Thank you, Mira. 🙂
Annie says
What a fun twist on roasted veggies! I love the Moroccan Maple twist and adding the apples for a bit of crunch is genius!
Sarah says
Aw thanks Annie! You’re too sweet. 🙂
Grandma Carol says
Way to go Sarah! Another Grandpa approved veggie recipe!
Sarah says
Woohoo!! So glad to hear it. 🙂