Preheat oven to 400°F or 200°C. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.Peel carrots, cut them in half if large, add them to a large container, and toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, maple syrup, and cumin.
Arrange carrots on baking sheet on a single layer.Roast:- 20 minutes for tender-crisp,- 25 minutes for fork-tender,- 30 minutes for buttery-tender.
Transfer onto serving platter and sprinkle with freshly choppedparsley.
For a more unique side dish, top with 1) chimichurri, 2) fresh tomato salsa, 3) cashew sour cream, 4) toasted shaved almonds.See "variations" chapter for links to recipes.