Description
A vibrant and healthy side dish that combines sweet honey, crunchy carrots, and crisp green beans for a delightful accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups Carrots, sliced
2 cups Green Beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons Honey
2 tablespoons Butter (or Olive Oil for a healthier alternative)
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh or dried)
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and peel the carrots, then slice them into uniform pieces. Trim the tips off the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
- Sauté the Carrots: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced carrots and a pinch of salt, then sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the Green Beans: Add the green beans to the skillet and continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Add Honey and Seasonings: Reduce heat to low, drizzle honey over the veggies, and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
- Finish with Lemon Juice: Remove from heat and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish. Toss to brighten the flavors and serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg