Green Goddess Green Beans

Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Green Goddess Green Beans! This recipe combines perfectly tender-crisp green beans with a creamy, herb-packed Green Goddess dressing made from avocado, fresh parsley, basil, chives, and a hint of zesty lemon. Blanched to preserve their bright color and crunch, the green beans are coated in a luscious blend of Greek yogurt and olive oil, creating a healthy, satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Garnish with more herbs for added freshness and flair, and serve as a stunning vegetable side that pairs beautifully with any main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 1 whole avocado
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives
• 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water (if needed to thin the dressing)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the stem ends.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.

Step 3

Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp and bright green.

Step 4

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process (this helps preserve their color and texture). Set aside.

Step 5

In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, parsley, basil, chives, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Step 6

Blend until the dressing is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Drain the green beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 8

Place the green beans in a large serving bowl and pour the prepared Green Goddess dressing over them.

Step 9

Toss until the green beans are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Optional: garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	803.9 grams (803.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	706

Total Fat 52.60g	67%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 1262mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 53.50g	19%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 19.10g	38%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362mg	28%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2192mg	47%

*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: 62.0%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 28.0%