These Spicy Honey Garlic Green Beans offer a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. The sweet hot honey creates a glossy glaze on the crisp-tender green beans, while garlic adds depth to the dish. This quick and easy side brings a burst of flavor and color to any meal, making it an ideal accompaniment to a variety of main courses.

Appliance Needed: Stove

Prep Time: 10 minutes         Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serving Size: 2

Ingredient List:

• 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Honey in the Hollow Bee Farm Sweet Hot Honey
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Cooking Instructions:

1. Blanch green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes, then shock in ice water.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Add green beans and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
5. Drizzle with sweet hot honey, toss to coat.
6. Season with salt and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Dietary Labeling: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Nutritional Values (per serving):

Calories: 180 | Protein: 3g | Carbs: 20g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g

Tips & Tricks:

For extra crunch, add sliced almonds along with the sesame seeds.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the heat level.

These beans can be served hot or at room temperature, making them great for picnics or potlucks.