Green Beans to Impress
Elevate your veggie game with "Green Beans to Impress," a side dish that's as stunning as it is simple. Featuring crisp-tender green beans sautéed in olive oil and lightly steamed for the perfect texture, this recipe is packed with flavor from fragrant garlic, bright lemon zest, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Toasted slivered almonds and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese add irresistible crunch and richness, making this dish a show-stopper on any table. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknights yet polished enough for special occasions. Serve it alongside your favorite main course and get ready to dazzle with this vibrant, crowd-pleasing classic!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 50 grams slivered almonds
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 ml water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the trimmed green beans and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 4
Add the water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 5 minutes, or until they are tender but still bright green.
Step 5
While the beans are steaming, finely mince the garlic cloves and zest the lemon.
Step 6
Remove the lid from the skillet and allow any remaining water to evaporate, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the minced garlic and slivered almonds to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and the almonds are lightly toasted.
Step 8
Sprinkle the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper over the green beans. Toss well to coat evenly.
Step 9
Transfer the green beans to a serving platter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 10
Serve immediately and watch as everyone is impressed by the vibrant flavors and textures of this dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 689 grams (689.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 798 |
| Total Fat 61.30g | 79% |
| Saturated Fat 12.50g | 63% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium 1723mg | 75% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.60g | 17% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.10g | 75% |
| Total Sugars 17.00g | |
| Protein 30.80g | 62% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 628mg | 48% |
| Iron 7mg | 38% |
| Potassium 1365mg | 29% |
Source of Calories