Best 7 Easy Lemon Pepper Green Beans Recipes

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Lemon pepper green beans are a simple yet flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. Made with fresh green beans, zesty lemon, and aromatic black pepper, this dish is a perfect blend of tangy, peppery, and slightly sweet flavors. These tender-crisp green beans are seasoned with a zesty lemon pepper mixture, roasted until slightly charred, and then tossed with a touch of olive oil for a bright and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed hot or cold. This recipe is not only easy to make but also versatile and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Whether you like your green beans spicy or mild, this recipe can be adjusted to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a delicious and healthy side dish that will impress your family and friends. So, get ready to elevate your meals with this delightful lemon pepper green beans recipe, which includes variations for both roasted and sautéed green beans, ensuring you have options for different cooking methods and preferences.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.

Provided by LookWhatsCooking

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped in half
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 pinches lemon pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans start to soften, about 5 minutes. Drain water. Add butter to green beans; cook and stir until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cook and stir garlic with green beans until garlic is tender and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with lemon pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 222.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

LEMON-PEPPER GREEN BEANS



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A great foil for the richer dishes of the Thanksgiving table, these brightly flavored beans can be served warm or cold as a salad. With minty yogurt sauce on the side for dipping, they make a delicious, modern replacement for your traditional green bean casserole.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
Minty Yogurt Sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add beans and return to a boil, then cook until beans are crisp-tender and a consistent color throughout, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain; run under cold water to stop cooking. Pat completely dry. Beans can be made ahead to this point and refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 days.
  • Drizzle beans with oil; toss to coat. Stir together 2 teaspoons salt, lemon zest, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle over beans. Serve, with yogurt sauce.

LEMON-PEPPER GREEN BEANS



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The perfect partner for a rich main course, these delicious green beans from our Test Kitchen bring a light and refreshing flavor, as well as a dash of color to the table. They're sure to be a hit!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon onion salt
1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Place 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. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and seasonings until blended. Transfer beans to a serving bowl; drizzle with seasoning mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON-GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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"My brother made this stove top side dish as his contribution to Christmas dinner one year. We liked it so much that it became a mainstay in our household. -Gail Orsillo of Lynnwood, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir beans in oil over medium heat for 10-13 minutes or until crisp-tender., Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the lemon juice, pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMONY GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound thin green beans
2 tablespoons butter
Freshly squeezed lemon juice, to taste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Snap off the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife.
  • Heat a pan over a medium heat and add the butter. (It helps to use a pan with a light-colored bottom so you can keep track of the color.) Swirl the pan occasionally to be sure the butter is cooking evenly. As the butter melts, it will begin to foam. The color will progress from lemony-yellow to golden-tan to, finally, a toasty-brown.
  • Once you smell that nutty aroma, add the green beans and saute for 3 to 4 minutes. Add some lemon juice and salt and pepper, then transfer to a platter in batches with tongs.

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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Keep your vegetable sides simple with the Neelys' healthy Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch green beans in a large stock pot of well salted boiling water until bright green in color and tender crisp, roughly 2 minutes. Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop from cooking.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans and continue to saute until coated in the butter and heated through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and season with salt and pepper.

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON



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The recipe for this side dish was found in the 2009 cookbook, The Best of Mr. Food 15-Minute Recipes, but it has been changed some to suit us better.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Lemon

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh green beans
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon zest, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper

Steps:

  • Cut beans into 2" to 3" lengths then steam them for about 10 minutes or until just tender.
  • Meantime, mix butter, zest, lemon juice, salt & lemon pepper, then combine with steamed beans & toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.2, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 153, Carbohydrate 8.3, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 3.8, Protein 2.2

Tips:

- To save time, you can use frozen green beans instead of fresh ones. Just be sure to thaw them before cooking. - If you don't have lemon pepper seasoning, you can make your own by combining equal parts lemon zest and black pepper. - You can add other seasonings to the green beans, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika. - For a crispy texture, roast the green beans in the oven instead of steaming them. - If you want a more flavorful dish, you can add some chopped bacon or crumbled feta cheese to the green beans.

Conclusion:

Easy Lemon Pepper Green Beans are a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are healthy, delicious, and can be made with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you are serving them at a weeknight dinner or a holiday feast, these green beans are sure to be a hit!

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