Orange Maple Glazed Carrots with Feta, Pistachios, and Orange Yogurt Sauce

By Sammi Brondo — October 21, 2026

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Roasted carrots, but better. These Orange Maple Glazed Carrots sit on creamy orange yogurt sauce with salty feta and crunchy pistachios.

If plain, steamed veggies aren’t your thing, that’s okay!

FOOD IS MEANT TO BE ENJOYED.

And a lot of times, that means adding fun flavors and sauces.

I love roasted carrots. But these.

These take carrots to the next level.

They’re glazed with an incredibly delicious orange juice and maple sauce. Then, they’re topped with salty feta cheese and crunchy pistachios.

Everything is on top of a sweet orange yogurt sauce.

The flavor combination is unreal.

This is such a fun dish to make for guests or for any spring holidays. It’s flavorful, it’s fun, and tbh, it’s really pretty too.

I’m a big believer that food shouldn’t be boring. I probably sound like a broken record with how much I say that.

But it’s true. Yes, food provides nutrients. But food is also supposed to be enjoyed! Taste matters too.

In order to be enjoyed, food should be flavorful. It should be fun.

And these carrots are a perfect example of just that.

So yes, regular roasted carrots are delicious. But if you want to take things up a notch – or if plain roasted or steamed carrots aren’t your thing – these Orange Juice & Maple Glazed Carrots are a pretty good option.

Why You’ll Love These Orange Maple Glazed Carrots

If you’re looking for a side dish that shines, this is it. These carrots are simple, but look so elegant and elevated.

They’re packed with flavor to make an amazing veggie side dish — sweetness from the maple syrup, a little tartness from the orange juice, and deliciously roasted carrots.

This makes an amazing side dish for holidays – especially because carrots are in season most of the year.

Make this as a side dish for any event you’re hosting or attending, it’s one that will surely impress all of your guests!

How to Make Orange Maple Glazed Carrots

Prep the carrots

Preheat the oven to 425 F. Peel the carrots and set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup Florida orange juice, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup olive oil and a pinch of salt.

Spread the carrots on a large baking sheet and pour half of the orange juice mixture over the carrots, tossing to combine.

Orange Juice and Maple Glazed Carrots with Feta, Pistachios, and Orange Yogurt Sauce

Roast the carrots

With carrots in an even layer, add to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until soft and lightly caramelized, tossing the carrots halfway.

When the carrots are done cooking, pour the remaining orange juice mixture over them, tossing gently to distribute it evenly.

Make yogurt sauce

While the carrots are in the oven, make the yogurt sauce.

Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk well to combine.

Garnish & serve

Spread the yogurt sauce in a thick layer on a large bowl or plate (there will be a lot leftover to add to the side for dipping too).

Add the Orange Maple Glazed Carrots on top. Top with crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, and fresh dill.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Carrots: Whole, large carrots work best here. Trim off the tops and peel them. Try to roast carrots that are uniform in size. Smaller carrots will cook faster – and burn – so it’s best to remove any particularly small ones.
  • Orange juice: Opt for orange juice without pulp.
  • Maple syrup: A little maple syrup adds delicious sweetness.
  • Olive oil: You’ll use olive oil to roast the carrots.
  • Feta cheese: I recommend buying a block of feta in brine and crumbling it yourself for the most moisture and flavor.
  • Pistachios: You’ll roughly chop roasted, salted pistachios.
  • Fresh dill: A little fresh dill on top really elevates the flavor.
  • Greek yogurt: You can use full-fat or non-fat plain Greek yogurt.

Orange Maple Glazed Carrots Notes

  • Make ahead: To make this Orange Maple Glazed Carrots recipe ahead of time, roast the carrots and prep the sauce. Before serving these Orange Juice and Maple Glazed Carrots, plate the carrots and yogurt sauce and add the feta, pistachios, and herbs.
  • Storage: Store Orange Maple Glazed Carrots in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. If storing before eating/plating, store the yogurt sauce and carrots separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Baby carrots work well in this orange maple glazed carrots recipe if you don’t have whole carrots on hand. Since they’re smaller, they may roast faster, so start checking them after about 20 minutes. Be sure to spread them in a single layer on your baking sheet so they roast evenly and develop those delicious caramelized edges.

Absolutely! These roasted carrots make a delicious side dish for Thanksgiving, Easter, or any holiday gathering. The maple syrup and orange juice add a touch of sweetness, while the feta, pistachios, and fresh dill balance everything out. Plus, the bright colors make this an especially pretty dish to serve alongside your favorite holiday mains.

The key to perfectly roasted maple glazed carrots is giving them enough space on the baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding the carrots, which can cause them to steam instead of roast. Cooking them at 425°F helps create tender centers and lightly caramelized edges. For the best texture, serve the carrots shortly after roasting and add the yogurt sauce and toppings just before serving.

Course: Side Dish

Orange Juice & Maple Glazed Carrots with Feta, Pistachios, and Orange Yogurt Sauce

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Roasted carrots, but better. These Orange Maple Glazed Carrots sit on creamy orange yogurt sauce with salty feta and crunchy pistachios.

Ingredients  

  • 1- pound carrots greens trimmed off
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup roasted pistachios roughly chopped
  • Fresh dill chopped
  • Salt

Orange Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • Salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 F.
  • Peel the carrots and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup Florida Orange Juice, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup olive oil and a pinch of salt.
  • Spread the carrots on a large baking sheet and pour half of the orange juice mixture over the carrots, tossing to combine. With carrots in an even layer, add to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until soft and lightly caramelized, tossing the carrots halfway.
  • While the carrots are in the oven, make the yogurt sauce. Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk well to combine.
  • When the carrots are done cooking, pour the remaining orange juice mixture over them, tossing gently to distribute it evenly.
  • Make yogurt sauce: while the carrots are in the oven, make the yogurt sauce. Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk well to combine.
  • To serve: spread the yogurt sauce in a thick layer on a large bowl or plate (there will be a lot leftover to add to the side for dipping too). Add the carrots on top. Top with crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, and fresh dill.

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As a registered dietitian nutritionist and certified intuitive eating counselor, I aim to help everyone lose the guilt around food and instead find joy in it. Since becoming a dietitian and earning my Master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from NYU, I’ve helped thousands of people find food freedom through nutrition counseling and my program. I’d love to help you do the same.

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