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Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans: A Sweet Side Delight

Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans, a perfect blend of sweet and savory transforming ordinary vegetables into a gourmet side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 lb Carrots Firm and brightly colored
  • 1 lb Green Beans Fresh and crisp
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Primary sweetener
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Balances the sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Substitute with fresh thyme if preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the vegetables by washing and trimming them.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
  3. Combine chopped carrots and green beans in a large bowl and pour the honey glaze over the vegetables, tossing to coat well.
  4. Spread the coated vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. For extra caramelization, broil the roasted vegetables for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  6. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with parsley or sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with red pepper flakes or soy sauce for added flavor. Ensure even cooking by cutting vegetables uniformly.

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