Best 8 Green Beans And Walnuts With Lemon Vinaigrette Recipes

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**Green Beans and Walnuts with Lemon Vinaigrette: A Symphony of Flavors and Health Benefits**

Delight your taste buds and nourish your body with our tantalizing Green Beans and Walnuts with Lemon Vinaigrette recipe. This vibrant and flavorful dish combines the crispness of fresh green beans, the nutty crunch of walnuts, and the tangy brightness of a homemade lemon vinaigrette. Not only is this recipe a culinary delight, but it's also packed with an array of health benefits. Green beans are a rich source of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while walnuts contribute heart-healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids. The refreshing lemon vinaigrette adds a boost of vitamin C and enhances the overall flavor profile. This recipe is suitable for various dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten-free options. Its versatility makes it perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a refreshing side dish for grilled proteins. Discover the perfect balance of taste and nutrition with our Green Beans and Walnuts with Lemon Vinaigrette recipe.

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GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS AND DRIED-CHERRY VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Diane Morgan

Categories     Side     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Vinegar     Dried Fruit     Walnut     Green Bean     Fall     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup minced shallots
3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper plus additional (for sprinkling)
1/3 cup dried tart cherries
1 1/2 pounds trimmed slender green beans (such as haricots verts)
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted , chopped

Steps:

  • Whisk first 6 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Mix in dried cherries; set aside. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; rewhisk before using.
  • Fill large bowl with water and ice; set aside. Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl with ice water; cool. Drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels; enclose in resealable plastic bag and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.
  • Toss green beans, walnuts, and vinaigrette in large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Transfer to platter and serve.

GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUTS



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Super yummy dish that can be prepared in advance, and tossed with hot oil just before the dinner is served. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Tina

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons walnut oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
ground black pepper to taste
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Rinse beans with cold water, and drain well. Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Melt butter or margarine with oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add beans and toss until heated through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add walnuts and parsley and toss. Transfer to bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 28.1 mg, Sugar 2 g

ROASTED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON & WALNUTS



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I first tasted roasted green beans in a Chinese restaurant and fell in love with the texture and flavor. This is my Americanized version and it's always a big hit at our holiday table. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 shallots, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine green beans, shallots and garlic; drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray., Roast 15-20 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven; stir in 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Sprinkle with walnuts and remaining lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Grab-and-go offerings of picnicky food are almost universally mediocre and exasperatingly expensive. Resist the temptation to outsource and make your own. This recipe is built to last. You can make it a day or two ahead of time, or leave it out on the counter if you're going to eat these green beans within a few hours of making it.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

green beans
olive oil
lemon juice
garlic.

Steps:

  • Blanch green beans in boiling water, then plunge them into an ice bath to stop the cooking.
  • Toss with a vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice and a tiny bit of minced garlic. (To turn this into a main dish, sear some tuna until crusty on the outside, but still raw in the middle. Cut into thick slices or chunks, and toss with the green beans and dressing.)

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE AND ALMONDS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Zest of 1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved
1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest and salt and pepper to taste in a small bowl. Whisk until combined. Set aside.
  • In a large pot, bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4 minutes. Drain and place the beans in a serving dish. Toss with the vinaigrette and almonds and serve.

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 AND WALNUTS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Bean     Side     Thanksgiving     Boil

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lemon
1 t Dijon mustard
1/3 c walnut oil or olive oil
2 T shallots, minced
1 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed
2/3 c walnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Zest lemon. Cut lemon in half. Squeeze enough juice to measure 2 T; transfer to small bowl. Whisk in mustard, then oil and shallot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook green beans in pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain; pat dry. Combine beans, walnuts, and lemon zest in a large bowl. Add dressing; toss to coat. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

GREEN BEANS WITH VINAIGRETTE



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These fresh green beans help balance out the richness of the rest of the Thanksgiving meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds green beans, stem ends trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket. Fill a large bowl with ice water; set aside.
  • Place green beans, stem ends trimmed, in basket. Cover; steam until crisp-tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Plunge beans in ice water. When cool, drain; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake extra-virgin olive oil, white-wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, coarse salt, and ground pepper until thickened and combined. Pour over beans; toss to coat.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans for the best flavor.
  • Trim the green beans by removing the stem ends.
  • Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their color.
  • Use a variety of walnuts, such as chopped walnuts, walnut pieces, or walnut halves, for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Make the lemon vinaigrette ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Use a light touch when tossing the green beans and walnuts with the vinaigrette to avoid breaking them up.
  • Serve the green beans and walnuts with lemon vinaigrette warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

This simple but flavorful green bean and walnut dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The bright lemon vinaigrette adds a refreshing touch, while the walnuts add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor. This dish can be served as a side dish or as a light main course. It is also a great way to use up any leftover green beans you may have. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this green beans and walnuts with lemon vinaigrette a try.

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