Green Beans and Mushrooms

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Green Beans and Mushrooms recipe! Perfectly blanched green beans retain their crisp-tender texture while mingling with earthy sautéed baby bella or cremini mushrooms, all brought to life with rich butter, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. A dash of optional red pepper flakes adds a touch of heat for those who crave a little spice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish complements everything from holiday spreads to weeknight dinners. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, it's a delightful way to add a healthy, vegetarian-friendly boost to your meal. Whether you're serving it alongside roasted proteins or as a standalone star, this recipe promises to impress with its irresistible balance of freshness and umami flavor. Perfect for home cooks looking to add a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish to their repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
• 225 grams baby bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Immediately drain and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to combine with the mushrooms and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	744.7 grams (744.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	561

Total Fat 41.20g	53%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 1222mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 43.50g	16%
Dietary Fiber 14.90g	53%
Total Sugars 19.80g
Protein 15.50g	31%

Vitamin D 16IU	79%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2021mg	43%

*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: 61.1%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 28.7%