Tropical Green Beans

Brighten your table with the irresistible flavors of Tropical Green Beans, a vibrant side dish that blends crisp-tender green beans with the exotic richness of coconut milk and a zesty lime kick. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, features aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of heat from red chili flakes, all brought together in creamy coconut oil for a tropical-inspired culinary escape. Finished with a sprinkling of toasted coconut flakes and fresh cilantro, these green beans are the perfect accompaniment to island-themed dinners or grilled seafood. With bold flavors and fresh ingredients, this recipe proves that wholesome can also be deliciously indulgent!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 120 milliliters coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons toasted coconut flakes

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set aside.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and grate the fresh ginger. Finely chop the fresh cilantro for garnish.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat the coconut oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the fragrant oil. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans start to soften but remain crisp-tender.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and sprinkle with lime zest. Stir to combine and reduce the heat to low. Let the green beans simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.

Step 7

Stir in lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Transfer the green beans to a serving platter and garnish with chopped cilantro and toasted coconut flakes.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a vibrant side dish for tropical-inspired meals!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	714.4 grams (714.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	569

Total Fat 38.40g	49%
Saturated Fat 31.80g	159%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1241mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 55.90g	20%
Dietary Fiber 20.80g	74%
Total Sugars 28.30g
Protein 10.90g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226mg	17%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1328mg	28%

*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: 56.4%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 36.5%