Romano Beans

Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavorful Romano Beans recipe, a perfect medley of tender-crisp green beans, zesty lemon juice, and a garlicky kick. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, highlights the naturally earthy flavor of Romano beans, accented with a touch of olive oil and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for optional heat. The beans are steamed to perfection, retaining their vibrant color and slight crunch, before being finished with a bright citrus drizzle. Ideal as a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly accompaniment to any meal or even as a light, satisfying main course, this Romano Beans recipe is versatile, nutritious, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're looking for a simple side or a vibrant addition to your dinner table, this dish brings fresh, seasonal ingredients to life with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Romano beans
• 3 units Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the Romano beans thoroughly under running water, then trim the ends and cut them into 2-inch pieces.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat up for 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the Romano beans to the skillet and give them a stir to coat them in the garlic and olive oil.

Step 6

Pour the water into the skillet, cover it with a lid, and allow the beans to steam for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The beans should become tender but still have a slight bite to them.

Step 7

Remove the lid and allow any remaining water to evaporate, stirring the beans to avoid sticking.

Step 8

Once the water has evaporated, lower the heat and season the beans with salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 9

Drizzle the lemon juice over the beans, give one final stir, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer the sautéed Romano beans to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	795.7 grams (795.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	756

Total Fat 30.60g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1200mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 93.50g	34%
Dietary Fiber 37.60g	134%
Total Sugars 14.90g
Protein 33.70g	67%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 62mg	1%

*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: 35.1%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 47.7%