Roasted Asparagus and Carrots with Orange and Sesame

Tender roasted carrots and asparagus glazed with orange juice, sugar, and toasted sesame seeds for a delicious vegetarian side.

Vegetarian Healthy Side Dish Gluten Free Roasted

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

595.6

kcal / serving

595.6 kcal total

Carbs

28.1g

per serving

28.1 g total

Fat

52.4g

per serving

52.4 g total

Protein

10.2g

per serving

10.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

tsp

Caster Sugar

Dairy

Butter

Fruits

0.5

piece

Orange

juice and squeezed half

NutsSeeds

pinch

Salt

to taste

pinch

Black Pepper

freshly ground, to taste

tbsp

Sesame Seeds

OilsFats

Olive Oil

Vegetables

150

Carrots

baby, trimmed

200

Asparagus

spears, trimmed

Method

Preheat the oven to 180°C.

Blanch the carrots in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drain.

Arrange carrots and asparagus on a baking sheet.

Add butter, olive oil, salt, and pepper over the vegetables.

Roast in the oven for 6 minutes.

Add orange juice, sugar, sesame seeds, and the orange half to the tray.

Roast for another 5 minutes until tender and caramelized.

Serve warm and discard the cooked orange half.