Green Beans Gourmet

Elevate your side dish game with Green Beans Gourmet, a vibrant and flavorful recipe that transforms simple vegetables into a star-worthy creation. Fresh green beans are blanched to tender-crisp perfection, then sautéed with luscious butter, olive oil, sweet shallots, and fragrant garlic for an irresistible base. A zesty burst of lemon zest and juice adds brightness, while a hint of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper rounds out the flavors. Optional toasted almond slivers lend a delightful crunch to every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect for dinners, holidays, or any occasion that calls for elegance with minimal effort. Keyword-rich, this recipe is quick, healthy, and the ultimate gourmet twist on green beans!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons toasted almond slivers (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain immediately and transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and slightly golden.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 6

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the green beans to the skillet. Toss them with the shallots and garlic to coat evenly.

Step 7

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through and slightly caramelized.

Step 8

If using, sprinkle toasted almond slivers over the green beans for an added crunch.

Step 9

Transfer the Green Beans Gourmet to a serving platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	638.1 grams (638.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	726

Total Fat 56.60g	73%
Saturated Fat 22.30g	112%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.40g
Cholesterol 99mg	33%
Sodium 2582mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 51.00g	19%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 20.00g
Protein 14.30g	29%

Vitamin D 7IU	34%
Calcium 279mg	21%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 1361mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 26.5%