Green Beans Dijon

Transform your side dish game with the vibrant flavors of Green Beans Dijon, a quick and easy recipe that’s both elegant and nutritious. This dish features crisp-tender green beans, blanched to a perfect bright green, then tossed in a tangy and savory dressing made with Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, a touch of honey, and sautéed garlic. The balance of flavors is enhanced with a hint of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, making it a standout side for any occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free recipe is ideal for dinner parties, holiday feasts, or simple weeknight meals. Serve warm alongside roasted chicken or grilled salmon, and watch this side dish steal the spotlight. Keywords: green beans Dijon recipe, healthy side dish, quick green beans recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 quart water
• 2 cups ice cubes
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 1 quart of water to a boil in a large pot. While waiting for the water to boil, rinse and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, add the green beans to the pot and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 3

While the green beans are cooking, fill a large bowl with cold water and add 2 cups of ice cubes to create an ice bath.

Step 4

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the blanched green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 5

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring until the dressing is smooth and heated through.

Step 7

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them with the Dijon dressing until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the green beans.

Step 8

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1969.6 grams (1969.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	475

Total Fat 33.50g	43%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1759mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate 41.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 21.30g
Protein 9.00g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257mg	20%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1078mg	23%

*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: 59.7%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 33.2%