Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze

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Tender green beans sautéed in olive oil and finished with a sweet honey glaze inspired by Missouri’s agricultural heritage. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 25 minutes pairs fresh green beans, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 lb trimmed fresh green beans and blanch for 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking; drain again after 2 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss for 3-4 minutes until heated through and starting to brown in spots.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp Missouri honey over the beans and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the honey coats the beans and starts to caramelize lightly.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Toss once more and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep fresh green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Missouri Honey Glaze vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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