Description
Honey glazed carrots and green beans are tender vegetables coated in a sweet honey glaze with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or as a healthy side dish. Easily made vegan, gluten-free, or lower-sodium.
Ingredients
For the Vegetables:
– 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
– 1 lb green beans, trimmed
For the Glaze:
– 2 tbsp olive oil (substitute plant-based oil for vegan diets)
– ¼ cup honey (substitute maple syrup for vegan diets)
– 2 tbsp lemon juice
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– ½ tsp ground nutmeg
– Salt and pepper (to taste)
For Garnish:
– 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced carrots and trimmed green beans with olive oil, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized and the green beans are tender-crisp.
- Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving dish, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
– Use fresh vegetables: High-quality carrots and green beans ensure optimal flavor. Substitute broccoli, asparagus, or zucchini for variety.
– Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–10 minutes to restore texture. Avoid microwaving if possible.
– Customizations: Add toasted nuts, seeds, or grated Parmesan for added complexity. Swap honey with monk fruit or erythritol for a low-sugar option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish / Vegetables
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American / Healthy Sides
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg