Apricot Glazed Green Beans Recipe

Impress your guests with this vibrant and flavorful apricot glazed green bean side dish! Sweet and slightly spicy, these tender green beans are ready in under 30 minutes and are the perfect complement to any dinner party or weeknight meal. Easy to make and bursting with delicious flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 50 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Green Beans

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How to Make Apricot Glazed Green Beans

  1. Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of trimmed green beans and 1 cup of thinly sliced carrots to the boiling water.
  3. Cover the saucepan and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender. Do not overcook!
  4. Drain the green beans and carrots in a colander and set aside.
  5. While the vegetables are cooking, heat 1/2 cup of apricot preserves in a microwave-safe bowl on high for 30 seconds, or until liquified. Stir to ensure even consistency.
  6. Transfer the cooked green beans and carrots to a large serving bowl.
  7. Pour the apricot preserves over the vegetables. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or to taste).
  8. Gently toss to coat the vegetables evenly with the apricot glaze.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Apricot Glazed Green Beans?

Apricot Glazed Green Beans takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Apricot Glazed Green Beans?

Apricot Glazed Green Beans has approximately 50 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Apricot Glazed Green Beans?

The key ingredients for Apricot Glazed Green Beans are Green Beans, Ribbon, Apricot Preserves, Salt, Cayenne Pepper, 2 inches water. See the full list with measurements above.

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