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Sticky honey-glazed carrots and green beans in a black skillet with a wooden spoon, coated in a shiny garlic-butter glaze and sprinkled with seasoning.

Sticky Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans

Sticky Honey Glazed Carrots & Green Beans is a sweet-and-savory vegetable side dish made with tender carrots and crisp-tender green beans tossed in a buttery honey garlic glaze. It’s quick to cook, glossy, and comforting, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and holiday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups carrots, peeled and sliced into thick coins or sticks
  • 3 cups green beans, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon water

Method
 

  1. Peel and slice the carrots, and trim the green beans.
  2. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add carrots and 1 tbsp water, cover, and cook for 6–8 minutes until almost tender.
  4. Add green beans and cook uncovered for 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Push veggies to one side of the pan and add remaining butter, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  6. Stir the glaze until it bubbles and slightly thickens.
  7. Toss vegetables in the glaze and cook 1–2 minutes until glossy and sticky.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, reduce honey to 2 tbsp or swap butter with olive oil.
  • Avoid overcooking green beans to keep them bright and crisp-tender.
  • For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or a pinch of red pepper flakes before serving.
  • Reheat leftovers in a skillet for best texture (microwaving can soften the beans).