Description
A simple, flavorful roasted broccoli and carrots recipe that makes an easy and nutritious side dish, perfect for any meal. The vegetables are tossed in a delicious blend of honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, then roasted to tender, caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 heaping cups broccoli florets (about 12 oz or 340 grams)
- 1 pound carrots (peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch thick pieces)
- 4 large cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning & Sauce
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce, low sodium (or tamari for gluten free option)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 Tbsp toasted sesame oil (divided – 1 Tbsp to cook, 1 Tbsp to finish)
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped carrots, broccoli florets, and minced garlic to prepare them for the seasoning mix.
- Make the seasoning mix: Add the avocado oil, honey, low sodium soy sauce (or tamari), rice vinegar, ground ginger, and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil to the vegetables. Toss everything together thoroughly until all the veggies are well-coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Transfer the coated broccoli and carrots onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread them out in an even, spaced single layer to ensure they roast evenly and get nicely caramelized.
- Roast the vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables reach your desired doneness. Toss the veggies halfway through cooking to ensure even roasting.
- Finish and serve: Once roasted, remove the vegetables from the oven and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of toasted sesame oil. Optionally, season with freshly cracked black pepper, sesame seeds, and chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- Be sure to toss halfway during roasting for even cooking and caramelization.
- You can adjust the amount of honey to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- This dish pairs well with grilled proteins or can be enjoyed as a vegetarian meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: roasted broccoli, roasted carrots, easy side dish, healthy vegetables, honey soy roasted veggies, gluten free side, roasted vegetable recipe
