Pomegranate Molasses-Glazed Carrots - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
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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
- 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).
- Roast carrots, turning occasionally, until just tender, 12-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk honey and pomegranate molasses to blend in reserved bowl.
- Transfer carrots to bowl with honey mixture; toss to coat well and spread out on baking sheet, scraping out any remaining glaze from bowl.
- 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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