Description
Honey Roasted Beets & Carrots are a vibrant and flavorful side dish, perfect for elevating any meal. The natural sweetness of honey enhances the earthy notes of fresh beets and carrots, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This easy recipe is ideal for family dinners, festive celebrations, or summer barbecues. With their stunning colors and nutritious profile, these roasted vegetables not only look great on your table but also provide essential vitamins and minerals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium beets
- 4 large carrots
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1 Tbsp. butter
- 2 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, dill, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Wash, peel, and chop the beets and carrots into even 1/2 inch pieces.
- Toss the vegetables in a mixing bowl with olive oil and sea salt until coated.
- Spread them on a sheet pan in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl and whisk in honey.
- After roasting, coat the vegetables with the honey butter mixture and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg