Description
A sophisticated green bean dish that highlights the freshness and crunch of the beans while incorporating advanced techniques for enhanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup toasted almonds, sliced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Drain the green beans and add them to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the beans for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine.
- Plate the beans, sprinkle with toasted almonds and grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes while sautéing.
- Experiment with different nuts such as pecans or walnuts.
- For a vegan option, omit Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: green bean recipes, sautéed green beans, Mediterranean side dish