Italian Green Beans with Tarragon

Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Italian Green Beans with Tarragon—a quick and elegant side dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe highlights tender-crisp green beans, blanched to perfection, and then sautéed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil. Fresh tarragon leaves bring a delicate anise-like aroma, while a splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of zest add a refreshing citrusy tang. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and minimal effort, this dish is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a sophisticated accompaniment to your favorite Italian-inspired mains. Serve warm and let the balance of garden-fresh herbs and zesty brightness steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the green beans. Blanch the beans for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 3

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. After a minute, drain and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the chopped tarragon leaves, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Season the beans with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through and infused with flavor.

Step 9

Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm as a side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	496.1 grams (496.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	406

Total Fat 28.90g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1209mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 35.50g	13%
Dietary Fiber 16.10g	58%
Total Sugars 15.00g
Protein 8.70g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 187mg	14%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 996mg	21%

*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: 59.5%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 32.5%