Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Delicious Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans - a quick, easy, and flavorful side dish! Silky textures meet a symphony of warm spices in this simple yet elegant recipe.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 portions

Course: Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

450 g carrots peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds (1 pound)
450 g green beans trimmed (1 pound)
30 ml olive oil 2 tablespoons
60 ml honey 1/4 cup (or maple syrup for vegan)
30 ml lemon juice 2 tablespoons
5 ml ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon
2.5 ml ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon
Salt and pepper to taste
15 ml fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (1 tablespoon)

Equipment

large bowl
Large baking sheet (18x13 inches)
oven

Method

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
In a large bowl, toss the sliced carrots (cut into 1/4-inch rounds) 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 a large baking sheet (18x13 inches). Make sure not to overcrowd to ensure roasting rather than steaming
Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are fork-tender with caramelized brown edges and the green beans are tender-crisp. Stir halfway through cooking for even browning
Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Choose firm, vibrant carrots for the best flavor. Fresh or frozen green beans work well - thaw and pat dry if using frozen. Local honey adds a unique floral note. For vegan option, substitute maple syrup for honey. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. Use freshly ground spices for best results. If vegetables brown too quickly, reduce oven temperature by 25°F. Each serving is approximately 1 cup of glazed vegetables.