French Style Green Beans

Elevate your veggie side dish game with these French Style Green Beans, a sophisticated yet simple recipe that lets the vibrant flavors of haricots verts shine. Perfectly blanched green beans are lightly sautéed in a luxurious blend of unsalted butter and olive oil, complemented by the delicate sweetness of finely chopped shallots and the aromatic kick of fresh garlic. A finishing touch of zesty lemon, chopped parsley, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper brings bright, fresh flavors to every bite. This quick and elegant dish, ready in just 25 minutes, pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty vegetarian main. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or prepping a weeknight meal, these tender-crisp green beans will steal the spotlight on your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams green beans (haricots verts)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt (not listed in ingredients) to season the water.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.

Step 3

Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 4

Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes and then drain well.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and foamy.

Step 6

Add the chopped shallots to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 7

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 8

Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss them gently to coat in the butter and aromatics. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and heated through.

Step 9

Sprinkle in the lemon zest, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, and toss to combine.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2059.2 grams (2059.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	541

Total Fat 38.60g	49%
Saturated Fat 16.30g	82%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1256mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 47.90g	17%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 21.40g
Protein 12.40g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 302mg	23%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1363mg	29%

*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: 59.0%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 32.6%