Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans: 20-Minute Sweet Savory Side
Tender carrots and crisp green beans coated in a light honey butter glaze.
Ingredients
3 cups sliced carrots
3 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, optional
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
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Boil carrots for 3 minutes, then add green beans and cook 2 to 3 minutes more.
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Transfer vegetables to ice water, then drain.
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Melt butter and olive oil in a skillet.
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Add garlic and cook briefly.
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Add vegetables and toss to coat.
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Drizzle honey and cook until glaze thickens.
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Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Blanching preserves color and texture. Roast vegetables for deeper flavor if preferred.