Balsamic Shallot Green Beans

Brighten up your table with these Balsamic Shallot Green Beans, a quick and flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion! Fresh, crisp-tender green beans are paired with golden sautéed shallots and infused with a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, delicately sweetened with honey. A hint of garlic and a touch of optional red pepper flakes elevate the flavors, making every bite irresistibly bold yet balanced. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a perfect harmony of simplicity and sophistication. Whether you’re serving it alongside a holiday roast or as a weeknight veggie upgrade, these green beans are sure to impress. Keywords: balsamic shallot green beans, easy green bean recipe, balsamic glaze side dish, sautéed green beans with shallots.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound green beans
• 3 medium shallots
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.25 teaspoon optional red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the shallots and garlic.

Step 3

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced shallots to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until they soften and become slightly golden.

Step 5

Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the green beans to the pan along with the water. Cover and steam the beans for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender but still crisp. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar and honey until combined.

Step 8

Remove the lid from the skillet and pour the balsamic-honey mixture over the green beans. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 9

Season with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the liquid slightly thickens and clings to the beans.

Step 10

Transfer the balsamic shallot green beans to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	679.9 grams (679.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	544

Total Fat 29.20g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1782mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 66.40g	24%
Dietary Fiber 16.90g	60%
Total Sugars 35.40g
Protein 12.30g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1504mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 46.0%