Balsamic Brown Sugar Glazed Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Balsamic Brown Sugar Glazed Beans, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors! Fresh green beans are blanched to tender-crisp perfection, then tossed in a glossy glaze made with rich balsamic vinegar, caramel-like brown sugar, and fragrant garlic. A touch of butter adds a velvety finish, while salt and pepper bring out the natural flavors of the beans. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is the ideal choice for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Serve these glazed green beans warm alongside roasted meats, grilled chicken, or your favorite vegetarian mains for a dish that's as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing the stems and any tough ends.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again after a minute and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture starts to thicken slightly.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the balsamic mixture. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the beans to absorb the flavor.
Add the butter, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and melt the butter into the glaze.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the glazed green beans to a serving dish.
Serve warm as a delicious side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.4 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 254 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 284 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
