Balsamic Glazed Green Beans
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The following recipe and photography were provided by local blogger Carolyn Hodges of The Dinner Shift.
These Balsamic Glazed Green Beans are the perfect way to amplify an everyday vegetable.
Heinen’s premium balsamic vinegar is reduced with honey to create a sweet and savory glaze that pairs so well with green beans (or roasted Brussels sprouts). Steaming the green beans for a short time keeps them crisp-tender and bright green.
Nuts are optional, but if you like them, they will add nice contrasting texture and richness. I love the flavor of toasted walnuts or pecans in this recipe!
These green beans are a simple, elegant and light vegetable side dish that pairs well with a variety of main dishes, especially a heavy Thanksgiving dinner!
Balsamic Glazed Green Beans
Cook time: 10min Prep time: 10min Total time: 20min
Servings: 6-8
Ingredients
- ½ Tbsp. Heinen's extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp. fresh garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup Heinen’s balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. Heinen’s honey
- ½ tsp. Kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. Heinen’s onion powder
- 1 ½ lb. fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
- ¼ cup Heinen's walnuts or pecans, chopped and toasted (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Stir in the balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and onion powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer. Continue to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until the vinegar reduces and becomes syrupy. Set aside.
- Add the green beans to a wide skillet with a lid. Add ½-inch of water to the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, cover, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Steam the green beans until crisp-tender, about 4-5 minutes, or until cooked to your liking. Drain well and transfer back to the skillet.
- Pour the balsamic glaze over the green beans and toss gently until well-coated.
- Top with toasted nuts, if using.
