Pomegranate Molasses-Glazed Carrots - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Pomegranate Molasses-Glazed Carrots
Servings: 8
Lunch

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by /contributors/bon-appetit-test-kitchen Roast these sweet, tangy carrots—a perfect foil for the deliciously fatty rib roast—while the beef rests.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds carrots (any color), halved lengthwise if large, cut crosswise into 2"-2 1/2" pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses

Instructions

  1. Arrange a rack in upper third of oven; preheat to 425 °F. Combine carrots and oil in a medium heatproof bowl. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet, spreading out in an even layer (set aside bowl).
  2. Roast carrots, turning occasionally, until just tender, 12-15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, whisk honey and pomegranate molasses to blend in reserved bowl.
  4. Transfer carrots to bowl with honey mixture; toss to coat well and spread out on baking sheet, scraping out any remaining glaze from bowl.
  5. Roast carrots until glaze is reduced and sticky and beginning to brown in spots (but not burned), 5-8 minutes longer.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey.

Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...

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