Keto Glazed Carrots (Sugar Free Maple Glazed Carrots)
These Low Carb Maple Glazed Carrots are a delightful addition to your low sugar or keto diet. Coat some carrots with some sugar free maple syrup, butter, a few spices and herbs, roast them until tender and you have a delicious and well-rounded side dish for any occasion!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 108kcal
Ingredients
- 2 pounds carrots, scrubbed and tops trimmed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 tablespoons sugar free maple syrup (divided)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking sheet or pan and add cleaned carrots to it.
- Melt butter in a small bowl, and add salt, thyme, pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Mix to combine, then pour in 6 tablespoons of the sugar free maple syrup, reserving 2 tablespoons for the end.
- Pour seasoned maple butter mixture over the carrots, coating well. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the carrots are fork tender, tossing halfway through to ensure the butter is covering all of the carrots.
- Garnish with remaining maple syrup and enjoy!
- These will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use whatever maple syrup or substitute you prefer, but know it will affect the macros.
- All seasonings aside from salt and pepper are optional, and to taste.
- Feel free to substitute use your favorite herbs. Rosemary makes a fabulous option!
- For vegan or dairy free, substitute butter with vegan butter, avocado oil or olive oil.
Nutrition
Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 516mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 19242IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg