Best 9 Citrus Green Bean With Pine Nuts Recipes

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**Zesty Citrus Green Bean with Pine Nuts: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**

Embark on a culinary journey with our vibrant Citrus Green Bean with Pine Nuts recipe, where the tangy brightness of citrus meets the earthy elegance of green beans and the nutty crunch of pine nuts. This delectable dish tantalizes the taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures, making it a delightful side or a refreshing main course. Discover how simple ingredients can transform into an extraordinary dish that will leave you craving for more. Additionally, explore variations such as Citrus Green Beans with Almonds, Green Beans with Orange and Pistachios, and Green Beans with Lemon and Parmesan, each offering a unique twist on this classic combination.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS



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Crisp-tender green beans are tossed with shallot, toasted pine nuts and a simple dressing of lemon and olive oil.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Juice and zest of 1/2 a lemon
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes, add the shallot in the last 30 seconds of cooking time. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, lemon juice, zest and pine nuts and toss well. Season with salt and pepper.
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GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 27m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Saute 1 sliced red onion in a skillet with olive oil, 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 pound green beans; cook 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water and salt and pepper to taste; cook until the beans are tender, 7 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts; season with salt and pepper.

GREEN BEANS WITH BROWN BUTTER AND PINE NUTS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 13m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (1-pound) bags cut green beans, frozen
2 tablespoons water
1 stick butter
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1/2 cup pine nuts
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans with 2 tablespoons of water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and cook for 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium low heat. As the butter bubbles it will start to turn brown and give off a nutty aroma. Once it has reached a light brown color, add garlic, cooked and drained green beans and pine nuts. Toss to combine and saute for 1 minute until heated through. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

CITRUS GREEN BEANS



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The great citrus flavor in this side dish really perks up green beans. Try using lemon peel, or a combination of orange and lemon, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 to 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
Dash salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Transfer beans to a small bowl. Add the oil, zest, salt and pepper; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STEAMED GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound greens beans, ends trimmed
3 tablespoons pine nuts
2 tablespoons butter
Salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Steam green beans for 7 minutes. Meanwhile toast pine nuts in pan, until lightly golden, Add green beans and 2 tablespoons butter to pan and cook until just warm. Season with salt, to taste.

GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds haricots verts or green beans
3/4 cup pine nuts, toasted and finely chopped
5 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook until just heated through, stir in pine nuts and season with salt and pepper to taste.

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS



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Categories     Bean     Nut     Vegetable     Side     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low/No Sugar     Lemon     Pine Nut     Vegan     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Cook beans in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes, then drain well in a colander. Transfer to a bowl and toss with nuts, parsley, zest, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.

CARAMELIZED GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS



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Give sauteed green beans a buttery crunch with pine nuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds green beans, stem ends removed
2 tablespoons pine nuts
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-low. Add green beans; partially cover, and cook, tossing occasionally, until green beans are tender and browned in spots, 30 minutes. Add pine nuts; cook until nuts are toasted, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4 g

CITRUS GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS



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This recipe is from Cooking Light and has a wonderful fresh taste and is a slightly new take on an old favorite side dish.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb green beans, trimmed
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup sliced shallot (about 2 large)
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon coarse sea salt
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain well.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add shallots; sauté 2 minutes or until tender. Add green beans; stir well. Add rind, juice, pepper, and salt; sauté 2 minutes. Spoon onto a platter; sprinkle with nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.6, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 83.3, Carbohydrate 14.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • To save time, you can use frozen green beans instead of fresh ones.
  • If you don't have pine nuts, you can substitute slivered almonds or walnuts.
  • To make the dish more flavorful, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese.
  • For a vegan version of the dish, you can omit the Parmesan cheese and use olive oil instead of butter.
  • This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked.

Conclusion:

Citrus green beans with pine nuts is a simple yet flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a special treat, this recipe is sure to please.

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