Craving a delectable side dish that marries vibrant flavors and textures? Look no further than our collection of green bean recipes, each featuring a unique twist on this classic vegetable. From the indulgent Green Beans with Hazelnut Butter, where crisp green beans are enveloped in a creamy, nutty sauce, to the tantalizing Green Beans with Crispy Shallots and Bacon, where smoky bacon and crispy shallots add layers of savory goodness, our recipes offer a culinary journey like no other. And for a taste of Asian-inspired flavors, try our Green Beans with Ginger and Garlic, where fresh ginger and garlic infuse the green beans with an aromatic and slightly spicy kick. With these diverse and flavorful recipes, you'll never settle for ordinary green beans again.
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BROCCOLI & GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED HAZELNUT BUTTER
A versatile side dish of quick cooked greens with earthy nut butter
Provided by James Martin
Categories Side dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Add the beans and simmer for 1 min, add the broccoli and then cook for 3 mins more until tender. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat a large frying pan and gently toast the hazelnuts until golden brown. Add the butter, let it melt and foam for just a few mins, but don't let it burn, then season well. Tip the drained vegetables into the frying pan and toss in the butter until everything is coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium
FRENCH GREEN BEANS WITH HAZELNUT BUTTER
The combination of hazelnuts, lemon and shallots in these French Green Beans elevates this side dish to a completely amazing level!
Provided by Kathryn | Urban Foodie Kitchen
Categories Veggies & Sides
Time 13m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Make the compound butter. Mix the butter, shallots, lemon zest and hazelnuts in a small bowl until combined. Refrigerate while the beans are cooking.
- Steam the beans. Place the beans in a sauté pan and sprinkle with salt. Add the water. Cover and cook over medium-high heat for 6 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to cook for about 2 minutes, until all of the water boils off. Immediately remove from heat.
- Finish the dish. Spoon butter mixture over the beans. Using a pair of tongs, toss the beans until all of the butter is melted and the beans are coated. Serve immediately.
CLASSIC BUTTERED GREEN BEANS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water; generously salt the water.
- Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook until bright green and just tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain and transfer to the ice water to cool completely. Drain again and transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet; pat dry.
- Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the shallots, season with salt and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the green beans to the pot; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until hot, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and add 1 tablespoon water and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter; stir to coat.
GREEN BEANS WITH HAZELNUTS AND LEMON
The hazelnuts and lemon zest add a wonderful light touch. It's a favorite!
Provided by Christina
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook beans 3 to 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl.
- Add olive oil, lemon zest, hazelnuts, salt and pepper. Beans may be made 1 day ahead, chilled and covered. Reheat beans, preferably in a microwave.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 5.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
GREEN BEANS WITH HAZELNUTS
The hazelnuts add a wonderful flavor and crunch to this green-vegetable dish.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil. In a small skillet, toast hazelnuts over medium heat until golden brown, tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
- Cook beans in boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes; drain. Return to pan; toss with butter and half the hazelnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with remaining hazelnuts.
GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED HAZELNUT-LEMON BUTTER
Prepare the Toasted Hazelnut-Lemon Butter up to a week ahead and refrigerate, or up to three weeks in advance and freeze. Prepare extra butter to serve with bread or baked potatoes.
Provided by figaro8895
Categories Vegetable
Time 6m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine butter, toasted hazelnuts, lemon rind, and 1/2 t salt in a small bowl; stir with a fork until well blended.
- Bring 8 c water and remaining 1 3/4 t salt to a boil in a large saucepan. Add green beans; cook 3 minutes. Drain. Return panto medium heat. Add beans and butter mixture; cook 3 minutes or until the butter mixture melts. Toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 905.7, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 2.7
GREEN BEANS WITH HAZELNUT BUTTER
From Gourmet magazine, these are good. The butter can be prepared ahead of time and added to the cooked beans.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Vegetable
Time 18m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stir together butter, shallot, zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until combined.
- Add hazelnuts and stir until combined well.
- Cook beans in a 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Drain beans in a colander, then return hot beans to pot and toss with hazelnut butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.9, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 302.9, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 7, Sugar 3, Protein 5
GREEN BEANS
Kids' favorite green beans.
Provided by TammyJean
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Put green beans in a baking dish. Mix butter, brown sugar, and garlic powder together in a bowl; pour over green beans. Arrange bacon strips atop the beans.
- Bake in preheated oven until the bacon is cooked and the green beans are tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 699.1 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
Tips:
- Choosing Fresh Green Beans: Look for green beans with a vibrant green color and no blemishes or bruises. The beans should be firm and snap easily when you break them.
- Preparing Green Beans: Trim the ends of the green beans and remove any tough strings. If the beans are large, you can cut them into smaller pieces.
- Cooking Green Beans: There are several ways to cook green beans, including boiling, steaming, sautéing, and roasting. Boiling is the most common method, but steaming or sautéing can help retain more nutrients.
- Using Hazelnut Butter: Hazelnut butter is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes. In this recipe, the hazelnut butter adds a rich and nutty flavor to the green beans.
- Adding Spices and Herbs: Feel free to experiment with different spices and herbs to enhance the flavor of the green beans. Some good options include garlic, onion, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
Conclusion:
Green beans with hazelnut butter is a simple yet flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. The green beans are tender and crisp, while the hazelnut butter adds a rich and nutty flavor. This dish is also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Whether you are looking for a healthy side dish or a tasty snack, green beans with hazelnut butter is a great choice.
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