Festive Honey Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with Saffron

Elevate your holiday table with these *Festive Honey Glazed Roasted Root Vegetables with Saffron*! This vibrant dish combines the natural sweetness of carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and beets with the luxurious aroma of saffron and a drizzle of golden honey. A delicate saffron-infused glaze ties all the flavors together, while a touch of fresh thyme adds an herbaceous finish. Roasted to caramelized perfection in the oven, these vegetables are tender, golden, and bursting with warm, earthy flavors. Garnished with jewel-like pomegranate arils and fresh parsley, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, this easy-to-make side dish delivers gourmet sophistication with minimal effort. **Gluten-free** and loaded with seasonal goodness, it’s sure to impress every guest at your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Carrots
• 4 medium Parsnips
• 1 large Sweet Potato
• 3 medium Beets
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 pinch Saffron threads
• 2 tablespoons Boiling water
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Pomegranate arils (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash, peel, and slice the carrots, parsnips, and sweet potato into uniform sticks or chunks approximately 2 inches long. For the beets, peel them and cut them into wedges of similar size.

Step 3

In a small bowl, add the saffron threads to the boiling water and allow them to steep for 5 minutes to release their color and flavor.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, saffron-infused water, fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Add the prepared root vegetables to the mixing bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the saffron glaze.

Step 6

Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. This allows them to roast evenly and develop a caramelized exterior.

Step 7

Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender and golden brown.

Step 8

Transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving platter. If desired, sprinkle with pomegranate arils and chopped fresh parsley for added color and flavor.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy this festive and flavorful dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1319.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1382.9

Total Fat 64.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g
Cholesterol 14.2mg	0%
Sodium 3962.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.2g	0%
Total Sugars 102.7g
Protein 16.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.2mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 3885.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 55.4%