Description
Brown Sugar Green Beans are a delightful sweet and savory side dish perfect for holidays or everyday meals. Featuring tender green beans coated in a rich brown sugar glaze with garlic, Dijon mustard, and crunchy walnuts, this vegan recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful treat in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Green Beans
- 2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
Sauce and Flavorings
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Add-ins
- ¾ cup walnuts, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Steam the green beans: Fill a pot with about 1 inch of water and bring it to a simmer. Place a steamer basket inside the pot and add the trimmed green beans. Cover with a lid and steam for 5 to 8 minutes until the beans are tender or tender-crisp depending on your preference.
- Prepare the glaze: In a large pan over medium heat, melt the vegan butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, chopped walnuts, and steamed green beans. Toss everything gently to ensure the green beans are evenly coated with the sweet and savory glaze.
- Serve hot: Once the green beans are fully coated and heated through, transfer them to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a delicious vegan side.
Notes
- Adjust the green bean texture by varying steaming time to get tender or tender-crisp beans; frozen beans may require slight timing changes.
- You can leave green beans whole or cut into bite-sized pieces based on preference.
- Modify sweetness by increasing or decreasing brown sugar; if using sugar substitutes, adjust amounts accordingly.
- For a more caramelized effect, cook the green beans longer in the brown sugar glaze over low heat, up to 40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
