Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans: Easy, Delicious Pairing Recipe
This Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans recipe is a simple yet flavorful side dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. The natural sweetness of the carrots and green beans, combined with a honey glaze, creates a delightful balance.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- Add the carrots and green beans and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the vegetables and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the honey and stir well.
- Add the cooked carrots and green beans back to the pot, coating them well with the honey mixture.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider including a pinch of garlic powder.
- These vegetables can be served as a side dish for holidays or family dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Honey Glazed Carrots, Green Beans, Easy Recipe, Side Dish