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Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans for a Cozy Home Feast

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This Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans recipe is a delicious vegetarian side dish that elevates meals with its savory-sweet glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 4 medium Carrots Sweet and vibrant; can substitute with parsnips.
  • 2 cups Green Beans Fresh or frozen; trimmed.
Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Substitute with maple syrup for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Use fresh juice for better taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Toasting beforehand enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Use sparingly due to strong flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped and sprinkled before serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, honey, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper; whisk until well blended.
  3. Slice carrots into equal-sized pieces and trim green beans; toss vegetables in the glaze until coated.
  4. Spread glazed vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
  6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Expert tips include toasting spices for enhanced flavor and ensuring vegetables are in a single layer for optimal caramelization.

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