Orange Honey-Glazed Butternut Squash and Beets
Orange Honey-Glazed Butternut Squash and Beets is an incredibly nutritious side dish loaded with antioxidants! Plus, it's delicious alongside any entrée!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 large beet peeled and chopped (4 cups)
- 1 small butternut squash peeled and chopped (4 cups)
- 1 navel orange zested
- ¼ cup orange juice fresh
- 2 teaspoons ginger peeled and grated, fresh
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste, sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract brand Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon pure
- 1/3 cup pecans chopped, raw
Instructions
- Add the coconut oil to a large skillet or wok and heat to medium-high. Add the chopped beets and cover and cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes.
- Add the butternut squash, orange zest, orange juice, ginger, dried cranberries, salt, cinnamon. Cover, cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until vegetables are soft and cooked through.
- Add the honey and vanilla extract. Stir to combine. Taste the vegetables for flavor. Add more salt, honey, and/or orange zest if desired.
- Serve alongside your favorite entree!
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving (of 5) | |
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.