Best 5 Garlic Tarragon Green Beans Recipes

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**Garlic Tarragon Green Beans: A Symphony of Flavors**

Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of garlic tarragon green beans, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant freshness of green beans with the aromatic allure of garlic and tarragon. This delectable side dish is a symphony of flavors, offering a delightful balance of savory, herbaceous, and subtly sweet notes. Whether you're seeking a quick and easy weeknight side or an elegant addition to your holiday feast, these garlic tarragon green beans will surely impress. With variations ranging from classic sautéed green beans to innovative recipes featuring bacon, almonds, and even a hint of lemon, this versatile dish caters to diverse taste preferences. Discover the perfect recipe to complement your culinary creations and elevate your dining experience.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TARRAGON GREEN BEANS



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In this simple Thanksgiving side dish, green beans are sauteed with butter, shallots, and white wine. A finishing touch of aromatic fresh tarragon sets it apart.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon, plus sprigs for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook, stirring constantly, until soft and translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add beans, and gently toss to coat with shallot mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes.
  • Add wine. Raise heat to medium-high; cook, stirring often, 12 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until beans are tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Stir in tarragon, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tarragon sprigs.

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

STEAM/SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH BUTTER AND TARRAGON



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If you prefer to use dried tarragon, add 1/2 teaspoon at the appropriate point.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound green beans, stemmed
1/3 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon

Steps:

  • Bring the water, butter, salt and green beans to a boil in a Dutch oven or large deep skillet. Cover and steam over medium-high heat until the vegetable is brightly colored and just tender, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and continue to cook until the liquid evaporates, 1 to 2 minutes longer, adding the tarragon at this point. Saute to intensify flavors, 1 to 2 minutes longer. Adjust seasonings, including pepper to taste, and serve.

GARLIC-TARRAGON GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Garlic-Tarragon Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KittyKitty

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 quarts water
2 tablespoons salt
2 lbs thin fresh, green beans
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 2 qts. water and 2 tbls. salt to a boil in a Dutch oven; add beans. Cook 6 minutes or until crisp-tender;drain. Plunge into ice water to stop cooking process; drain.
  • Saute garlic and tarragon in hot oil in Dutch oven over med. heat 2 to 3 minutes or until garlic is tender. Do not brown garlic. add beans, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and pepper, and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.5, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 1267.5, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.4

GREEN BEANS AND RADISH SALAD WITH TARRAGON PESTO



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Whichever way my garden grows, I usually build my salad with green beans, radishes and a pesto made with tarragon. That adds a hint of licorice. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 cups thinly sliced radishes
1/2 cup pecan or walnut pieces, toasted
1/4 cup tarragon leaves
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add beans in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Toss together beans and radishes. , Place pecans, tarragon, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper flakes in a small food processor; pulse until chopped. Add vinegar; process until blended. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Toss with bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right green beans: Look for green beans that are fresh, crisp, and have a deep green color. Avoid beans that are wilted, bruised, or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans: Before cooking, trim the ends of the green beans. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired.
  • Blanch the green beans: Blanching the green beans helps to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately remove the beans from the boiling water and plunge them into a bowl of ice water. This will stop the cooking process.
  • Cook the green beans: There are many different ways to cook green beans, including sautéing, steaming, roasting, and grilling. Choose a cooking method that you like and that will complement the other ingredients in your dish.
  • Season the green beans: Green beans can be seasoned with a variety of herbs, spices, and sauces. Some popular seasonings for green beans include garlic, tarragon, lemon, butter, and bacon.

Conclusion:

Green beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. These recipes provide a variety of options for cooking green beans, so you can find a dish that suits your taste and preferences. Whether you like your green beans sautéed, steamed, roasted, or grilled, there's a recipe here for you. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give one of these green bean recipes a try.

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