Grilled Romano Beans
Elevate your summer grilling game with these smoky, tender Grilled Romano Beans—a simple yet flavorful side dish that celebrates the natural beauty of fresh vegetables. This quick and healthy recipe combines crisp-tender Romano beans with a charred, smoky finish from the grill, enhanced by the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and a kick of garlic. With just a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for optional heat, these beans are effortless to prepare in just 20 minutes. Perfect for outdoor barbecues or a light accompaniment to your favorite mains, this dish is finished with a garnish of fresh parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous touch. Ideal for serving warm, these Grilled Romano Beans are as nutritious as they are delicious!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Romano beans
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Wash the Romano beans thoroughly and trim the ends if necessary. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel.
Step 3
In a large bowl, toss the Romano beans with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until evenly coated.
Step 4
Finely mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
Step 5
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Then cut the lemon into wedges for serving.
Step 6
Place the beans on the preheated grill in a single layer. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the beans are tender with a slight char.
Step 7
Remove the grilled beans from the grill and transfer them to a serving plate.
Step 8
Sprinkle the minced garlic and lemon zest over the beans while they are still warm.
Step 9
Squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice over the beans for added brightness.
Step 10
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 600.5 grams (600.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 767 |
| Total Fat 30.70g | 39% |
| Saturated Fat 4.90g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2374mg | 103% |
| Total Carbohydrate 97.30g | 35% |
| Dietary Fiber 39.20g | 140% |
| Total Sugars 16.00g | |
| Protein 34.20g | 68% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 218mg | 17% |
| Iron 12mg | 64% |
| Potassium 125mg | 3% |
Source of Calories