Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans Recipe
Honey glazed carrots and green beans combine tender steamed vegetables with a sweet and savory glaze, creating a deliciously vibrant side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 300 g green beans
- 300 g carrots
Seasonings and Glaze
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse the green beans and carrots thoroughly. Trim the ends of the green beans and peel the carrots, then cut the carrots into evenly sized sticks or rounds to ensure even cooking.
- Steam Vegetables: Steam the green beans and carrots in a steamer basket over boiling water for 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still crisp. Drain any excess water.
- Make the Glaze: In a large skillet, heat the 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the honey, salt, and pepper, stirring until the mixture is well combined and begins to bubble slightly.
- Glaze the Vegetables: Add the steamed carrots and green beans to the skillet. Toss carefully to coat the vegetables evenly with the honey glaze. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens slightly and adheres well.
- Serve: Transfer the glazed vegetables onto a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a sweet and savory side dish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or some fresh chopped thyme to the glaze.
- To keep the vegetables crispier, avoid over-steaming; check tenderness frequently.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or as part of a festive vegetable platter.
