Thanksgiving Green Beans

Elevate your holiday table with these vibrant and flavorful Thanksgiving Green Beans! This crowd-pleasing side dish combines perfectly blanched green beans with rich, golden-brown crispy shallots and a fragrant garlic butter glaze. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of zest add a refreshing brightness, while slivered almonds (optional) provide a delightful crunch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a perfect balance of tender-crisp textures and savory flavors. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any festive gathering, these green beans will add a pop of color and elegance to your spread. Serve warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 900 grams fresh green beans (trimmed)
• 2 pieces large shallots (thinly sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup slivered almonds (optional)
• 2 liters water (for blanching)
• 500 grams ice (for ice bath)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with 2 liters of water and bring it to a boil. Add a tablespoon of salt to the water.

Step 2

While waiting for the water to boil, trim the ends off the green beans and prep the shallots, garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

Step 3

Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.

Step 4

Prepare a large bowl with ice water. Transfer the green beans immediately into the ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color. After 3 minutes, drain and set aside.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter melts, add the sliced shallots and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove the shallots from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic butter mixture. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through.

Step 8

Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Toss well to combine.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle slivered almonds over the green beans for added crunch and flavor.

Step 10

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and top with the crispy shallots. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3631.2 grams (3631.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1122

Total Fat 81.20g	104%
Saturated Fat 21.70g	109%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 2427mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 92.90g	34%
Dietary Fiber 31.40g	112%
Total Sugars 40.30g
Protein 27.40g	55%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 474mg	36%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2403mg	51%

*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: 60.3%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 30.7%