Maple-Balsamic Roasted Shallots

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Shallots, with their delicate, sweet flavor, become meltingly tender in the oven and are coated in a delightfully aromatic balsamic butter glaze. This versatile recipe pairs well with just about anything, from roasted pork or chicken to seared steak. Try to find shallots that aren’t too large and are all roughly the same size, as they’ll cook more quickly and evenly.

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Julia Levy
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Julia Levy

Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon.

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Updated on February 29, 2024
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Amanda Holstein
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Tested by Amanda Holstein

Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith.

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Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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the ingredients to make the Maple-Balsamic Roasted Shallots

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 pounds medium shallots, peeled, root end intact (about 21 shallots)

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 2 pieces

  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Directions

a recipe photo of the Maple-Balsamic Roasted Shallots

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add shallots; toss to coat. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the shallots start to brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat.

    a photo of the shallots covered in oil in the skillet

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  2. Whisk water, vinegar, maple syrup, thyme sprigs, pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a small bowl until well combined. Pour into the skillet; toss to coat the shallots.

    a photo of the water, vinegar, maple syrup, thyme sprigs, pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt mixed in a small bowl

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  3. Transfer to the oven. Roast, shaking the pan once or twice, until tender, 20 to 30 minutes, depending on size. Remove from the oven.

  4. Whisk butter, 1 piece at a time, into the mixture in the hot skillet until a glossy sauce forms, about 1 minute. Sprinkle with parsley and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve hot.

    a photo of the shallots cooking in the skillet

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

EatingWell.com, February 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

209 Calories
9g Fat
32g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 3 to 4 shallots
Calories 209
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 4g 8%
Total Fat 9g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Vitamin A 37µg
Vitamin C 15mg 16%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 1mg 5%
Folate 55µg
Vitamin K 15µg
Sodium 199mg 9%
Calcium 72mg 6%
Iron 2mg 12%
Magnesium 37mg 9%
Potassium 552mg 12%
Zinc 1mg 7%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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