Orange Glazed Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Orange Glazed Green Beans! Fresh green beans are blanched to tender-crisp perfection, then tossed in a luscious glaze made with freshly squeezed orange juice, a hint of honey for natural sweetness, and the zesty brightness of orange zest. A touch of garlic and a dash of black pepper round out the savory-sweet flavor profile, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the glaze clings beautifully to every bean. Garnish with optional toasted sliced almonds for an added crunch, and you have a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and pairs wonderfully with everything from roasted chicken to grilled salmon. Try this irresistible green bean recipe for a fresh twist that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh green beans, trimmed
- 120 ml orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 240 ml water
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp cold water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Start by rinsing the green beans under cold water and trimming the ends.
In a large pan, bring the 240 ml of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and rinse the beans under cold water to stop the cooking process, then set them aside.
In the same pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the orange juice, stir in the orange zest, honey, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tsp of cold water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the orange juice mixture, whisking constantly, until the glaze thickens slightly (about 1 minute).
Add the blanched green beans to the pan, tossing them gently to coat evenly in the orange glaze. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the beans are heated through and well coated.
Remove the pan from heat. If desired, sprinkle the green beans with sliced almonds for a touch of crunch and nuttiness.
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish to complement your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.0 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.6 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.1 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 279 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1483 mg | 32% | |
*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.
