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Honey Orange Green Beans

Tender-crisp green beans soak up a bright blend of honey, orange zest, soy, and balsamic, then finish with juicy tomatoes for a lively sweet-savory bite. Fragrant garlic and a hint of black pepper round out the flavor, making this Honey Orange Green Beans side perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads alike.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Honey Orange Green Beans
  1. 1

    Mix the honey, orange zest, garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and water in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the green beans and toss to coat.

  3. 3

    Let them soak for 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Warm the olive oil in a saucepan over low heat; add the green beans to the hot oil and cover the saucepan.

  5. 5

    Pour the green beans and sauce into the pan and cook, shaking the pan regularly, until the beans are slightly tender, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the tomatoes to the green beans, put the cover back on, and keep cooking until the green beans are cooked through but still slightly crisp, about 5 minutes more.