**Savory Green Beans: A Medley of Delightful and Nutritious Recipes**
Green beans, with their vibrant hue and crisp texture, are a culinary delight that offers both taste and health benefits. This collection of recipes explores the diverse culinary possibilities of green beans, featuring a range of flavors and cooking techniques to suit every palate. From the classic simplicity of Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Butter to the tangy zest of Lemon-Pepper Green Beans, these recipes showcase the versatility of this humble vegetable. For those seeking a more substantial meal, the hearty Green Bean Casserole is a creamy and comforting dish, while the Green Bean and Potato Salad offers a refreshing and flavorful summer side. With options ranging from quick and easy weeknight dinners to elegant holiday dishes, this culinary journey through green bean recipes promises to inspire and satisfy.
EASY HERBED GREEN BEANS
An assortment of herbs adds a refreshing burst of flavor to this easy green bean dish. You can serve it in moments, and it goes so well with just about any main course. -Ann Bassett of Nashville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onion in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes. Stir in green beans and seasonings. Cook and stir 6-8 minutes longer or until beans are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HERBED GREEN BEANS
There is nothing better that fresh veggies cooked in a way that does not remove their nutritional elements. Green beans are one of my favorite summer vegetables and they are a wonderful side dish for any type of beef, pork, poultry or fish entree.
Provided by Jeanne Benavidez
Categories Vegetables
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Over medium high heat,in a medium saucepan, add beans and enough water to cover; cover with a lid and bring beans and water to boil.
- 2. Reduce heat to low; simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until tender-crisp.
- 3. Drain. Return beans to saucepan.
- 4. Toss with vinegar, oil, rosemary, thyme, kosher salt and pepper.
- 5. Cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
MICROWAVE GARLIC-AND-HERB GREEN BEANS
Simple and full of flavor microwave green beans. Steam it or stir-fry it. A good basic recipe that you can build on. Prepare it many ways with varying ingredients. Delicious either way. A great veggie side that pairs well with most dishes.
Provided by Amy Beth McMaster
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place green beans in a microwave-safe glass dish. Add water, garlic, oil, basil, salt, and pepper and mix together. Cover the dish with a lid.
- Microwave on high power for 5 minutes.
- Check water level, adding more if needed, and stir green beans. Replace the lid and microwave until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 31.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
MICROWAVE HERBED GREEN BEANS
Rosemary and basil complement green beans, celery and onion in this savory side dish from Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho. "My mother always cooked with fresh herbs from her garden," she writes. "Now I find myself doing the same."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the beans and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 to 4-1/2 minutes or until tender; set aside. In another dish, combine the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until onion is tender. Drain beans. Drizzle with onion mixture; toss to coast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HERBED GREEN BEANS
Based on a recipe from a McCormick Spices for Health pamphlet extoling the power of super spices as natural antioxidants.
Provided by mersaydees
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add beans to medium saucepan with water to cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Return beans to pan.
- Add vinegar, oil, and spices to pan, tossing with beans.
- Cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 153.2, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 2.1
HERBED GREEN BEANS AND CARROTS
This recipe is similar to several other "prep-ahead" carrot/bean dishes on 'Zaar but none are seasoned like this. It appears to be a popular holiday choice for side dish, as there is little last minute activity. It's also an very attractive, colorful dish.
Provided by dianegrapegrower
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the carrots until barely tender (about 5 minutes). Remove from water, place in colander and rinse with cold water until cool. Pat dry with paper towels. Do the same with the green beans. Note: The vegetables can be prepared 1 day ahead and stored in zipper bags in the refrigerator.
- In a very large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garic and cook for 1 minute. Add the carrots and green beans, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Stir in the red pepper flakes, tarragon or dill weed, and salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 71.9, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.5, Protein 1.8
Tips:
- Choose tender and crisp green beans for the best results.
- Trim the green beans by removing the ends and any tough strings.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes to preserve their color and crispness.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
- Add the herbs and garlic to the green beans towards the end of cooking to prevent them from burning.
- Season the green beans to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve the green beans immediately as a side dish or as part of a main course.
Conclusion:
Easy Herbed Green Beans is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant color and fresh flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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