Description
A colorful medley of honey glazed carrots and green beans that beautifully combines sweetness and savory notes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley or toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and prep the green beans and carrots.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
- Toss the carrots and green beans in the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, checking occasionally.
- For extra caramelization, broil for the last 1-2 minutes.
- Let the vegetables rest before serving.
Notes
Ensure even roasting by not overcrowding the baking sheet. Use freshly harvested vegetables for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: honey glazed carrots, green beans, roasted vegetables, side dish, healthy recipe