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Honey Glazed Carrots and Green Beans

A delightful and vibrant dish featuring fresh carrots and green beans tossed in a sweet honey glaze, making it a perfect side for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced on a bias 1/4 inch thick Baby carrots work too, just halve them if thick.
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed Haricots verts cook faster and add elegance.
Glaze
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter or vegan butter For higher heat, use 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil.
  • 2 tbsp honey Maple syrup or brown sugar can be used for a different flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 tsp garlic powder works if you're in a rush.
  • 1 tsp lemon zest A must for freshness!
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Orange juice works too for a sweeter citrus note.
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt Plus more to taste.
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional, for a gentle kick.
Garnish
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel and slice the carrots, trimming the green beans.
Blanching
  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, then add the carrots for 2 minutes.
  2. Next, toss in the green beans for about 2 minutes as well. Drain and immediately immerse them in ice water to stop the cooking and maintain their vibrant colors.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, then stir in the honey, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Let that simmer for a minute until everything is well combined.
Glazing the Veggies
  1. Add the blanched carrots and green beans to the skillet. Toss them in the glaze, ensuring even coverage. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until heated through.
Finishing
  1. Plate your honey glazed veggies and garnish with the fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

For an extra pop of sweetness, drizzle more honey on top before serving. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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