Honey Garlic Roasted Vegetables
A forgiving and delightful recipe for roasting vegetables with a sweet honey-garlic glaze, perfect for easy weeknight dinners and meal prep.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 cups broccoli florets Smaller florets crisp up faster.
- 2 cups cauliflower florets Soaks up flavors and caramelizes beautifully.
- 1 cup carrots, sliced Adds color and natural sweetness.
- 1 whole red bell pepper, sliced Provides bright color and sweet flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Raw garlic creates a sweet garlicky pop when roasted.
Seasoning and Glaze
- 2 tbsp olive oil Helps with caramelization.
- 2 tbsp honey Star ingredient for the glaze.
- 1 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
- 1/2 tsp black pepper Freshly cracked recommended for warmth.
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Optional, for color and herbaceous finish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bell pepper, and garlic.
- Drizzle olive oil and honey over the vegetables, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Toss everything until evenly coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Cooking
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Don't overcrowd the pan to avoid steaming. You can swap out vegetables based on what you have on hand. If using frozen vegetables, expect slightly longer cooking times.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8g
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