Dijon Glazed Carrots

Raise your hand if you need to whip up a satisfying accompaniment for your next holiday get together. Glazed with a perfect balance of flavors, this nourishing side dish is always a real crowd-pleaser at my Shabbat dinner table. A tiny bit of maple syrup and some dijon adds nice flavor complexity, while my Vegitude POWER Spice blend cranks up the antioxidant value of these gems, making these carrots a standout in both taste and nutritional power. A must try that’s perfect for any festive gathering!

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Dijon Glazed Carrots

Active Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Serves: 8

Ingredients

2 pounds carrots, peeled and halved lengthwise

1 1/2 tablespoons avocado oil

1 tablespoon pure maple syrup

2 teaspoons dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Vegitude Power Spice Blend*

Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together oil, maple syrup, dijon mustard, and spice blend to create a glaze.
4. Place the carrots on the lined sheet pan and pour the glaze over top, brushing to ensure an even coat. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
5. Bake 20–30 minutes, until the carrots are fully roasted and fork-tender.

Rachel Beller is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), CEO of Beller Nutritional Institute, creator of the Beller Nutrition Masterclass, and best-selling author. She specializes in oncology and weight management. Visit bellernutrition.com for more information.

Beller will be a guest on Sharsheret in the Kitchen on Wednesday, January 10, at 11 a.m. PST. This free national webinar is part of the “Sharsheret in the Kitchen” series, which brings nutritious kosher meal options to help empower all of us at risk for breast and ovarian cancer to make healthy diet choices. Email Jessica Jablon at jjablon@sharsheret.org to register or for more information.

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