Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
Delicious honey glazed carrots & green beans recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of vegetables.
Equipment
- large pot
- colander
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
- 1 pound carrots peeled and sliced into thin rounds
Glaze
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
- Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds.
Cooking
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the green beans. Blanch for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- After blanching the green beans, add the sliced carrots to the pot. Continue boiling for an additional 4-5 minutes until both vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Remove the pot from heat and carefully drain the vegetables in a colander. Set aside.
- In the same pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the honey, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to bubble for about 1 minute.
- Add the drained green beans and carrots back into the pot. Toss the vegetables in the honey glaze until they are well coated.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are heated through and the glaze thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
These steps will guide you in creating a beautifully glazed dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the carrots and green beans.
Nutrition
Serving: 4servingsCalories: 150kcalProtein: 3gFat: 4g
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