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Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

A bright, simple side dish made with fresh carrots and green beans, tossed with honey, lemon, and warm spices for a sweet, tangy flavor.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sliced carrots and green beans with olive oil, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the carrots are tender and slightly caramelized, and the green beans are tender-crisp. Stir halfway through cooking.
  5. Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish.
  6. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a diabetic-friendly option, reduce honey and add more lemon juice. Perfect for meal prep and pairs well with lean proteins.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: honey glazed carrots, green beans, healthy side dish, meal prep, vegetarian recipe