Green Bean Caesar
Elevate your side dishes with this vibrant and flavor-packed Green Bean Caesar recipe! Crisp-tender green beans are blanched to perfection, then tossed in a luxuriously creamy Caesar-inspired dressing made with olive oil, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of Parmesan cheese. Featuring optional anchovies for a punch of umami and golden, crunchy croutons for texture, this dish is bursting with bold flavors while remaining light and refreshing. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal quick side dish or a light main course that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or hearty salads. Perfect for your next dinner party or weeknight meal, this modern twist on a classic is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 500 g green beans
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 anchovy fillets, finely chopped (optional)
- 60 g mayonnaise
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup croutons
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
- 1 liter water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Fill a large pot with 1 liter of water and bring it to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt.
Step 2
Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in the boiling water for 3 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
Step 3
Fill a large bowl with ice water. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the blanched green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chopped anchovy fillets (if using), mayonnaise, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 5
In a large serving bowl, combine the green beans with the Caesar dressing. Toss gently to coat the beans evenly.
Step 6
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the beans and add the croutons for crunch.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2253.7 grams (2253.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1333 |
| Total Fat 99.70g | 128% |
| Saturated Fat 21.30g | 107% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g | |
| Cholesterol 132mg | 44% |
| Sodium 6062mg | 264% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.90g | 29% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.90g | 60% |
| Total Sugars 19.50g | |
| Protein 46.60g | 93% |
| Vitamin D 160IU | 800% |
| Calcium 906mg | 70% |
| Iron 8mg | 46% |
| Potassium 1351mg | 29% |
Source of Calories