Sometimes deciding the perfect side dish to accompany your meal can be the most challenging part of menu planning. You want the vegetable to be delicious enough to stand on its own two feet, while at the same time accentuating the flavors of your main dish. These honey ginger glazed carrots do just that! They are sweet, salty, and have some zing. They are also simple to prepare and sure to be a hit with you family and guests alike. Give this showstopper side dish a try and you will never look at vegetables the same way again!
Honey Ginger Carrots
Calories 255 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb Carrots
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 3 tbsp Coconut aminos
- 1/4 tsp Sea salt
- 1 inch fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
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Peel the carrots and cut them in half lengthwise. Place them in the bottom of a baking dish and set aside.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, coconut aminos, sea salt and fresh ginger. Pour the mixture over the carrots, covering evenly.
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Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the carrots are tender.
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Remove from the oven, sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Honey Ginger Carrots
Amount Per Serving
Calories 255
Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Sodium 451mg20%
Potassium 385mg11%
Carbohydrates 26g9%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 17g19%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 4050IU81%
Vitamin C 9.1mg11%
Calcium 60mg6%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.