Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey as we explore the vibrant flavors of Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts. This delectable dish, rooted in the Mediterranean tradition, offers a refreshing and zesty twist to the classic green bean experience. Embark on a sensory adventure as we unveil two enticing variations - a vibrant Lemon-Herb Butter Green Beans recipe that bursts with citrusy brightness and a tantalizing Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts recipe that adds a nutty crunch and savory depth. Both dishes are vibrant, nutritious, and incredibly easy to prepare, making them perfect for busy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your palate, and let's dive into the culinary wonders that await you!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEN BEANS GREMOLATA
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 2 to 3 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Drain the beans in a colander and immediately put them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking and preserve their bright green color.
- For the gremolata, toss the garlic, lemon zest, parsley, parmesan, and pine nuts in a small bowl and set aside.
- When ready to serve, heat the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Drain the beans and pat them dry. Add the beans to the pan and saute, turning frequently, for 2 minutes, until coated with olive oil and heated through. Off the heat, add the gremolata and toss well. Sprinkle with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and serve hot.
GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS
Green Beans with Pine Nuts is an easy and healthy recipe that will make a great side dish for any main dish! This simple combination will pair well with beef, veal, pork, lamb, duck, or chicken. It's also a fantastic side dish for salmon, trout, scallops, and shrimp. Green beans are one of the best sides for a family weeknight dinner!
Provided by Julia
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to boil, add green beans and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook on medium heat for 5 minutes. Drain the beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add minced garlic and cooked green beans.
- Saute on medium heat for about 2 minutes, stirring.
- Remove from heat. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir. Top with lightly toasted pine nuts. Season with more salt, if needed. Season with coarsely ground black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 354 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS
Make and share this Green Beans With Lemon and Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook beans in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes.
- Then drain well in a colander.
- Transfer to a bowl and toss with nuts, parsley, zest, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS
Crisp-tender green beans are tossed with shallot, toasted pine nuts and a simple dressing of lemon and olive oil.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes, add the shallot in the last 30 seconds of cooking time. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the olive oil, lemon juice, zest and pine nuts and toss well. Season with salt and pepper.
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GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS
Categories Bean Nut Vegetable Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Lemon Pine Nut Vegan Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook beans in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes, then drain well in a colander. Transfer to a bowl and toss with nuts, parsley, zest, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
STIR-FRIED SPROUTS WITH GREEN BEANS, LEMON & PINE NUTS
This fresh idea for your Christmas sprouts is a good source of both vitamin C and folic acid
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Buffet, Side dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook the sprouts and beans in a pan of boiling salted water for 3 mins, then drain well. Heat the oil in a large wok or frying pan. When hot, add the lemon zest and pine nuts. Cook for a couple of seconds, then add the vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 mins until the sprouts colour a little. Add a squeeze of lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 14 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.04 milligram of sodium
ROASTED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON, PINE NUTS & PARMIGIANO
Make and share this Roasted Green Beans With Lemon, Pine Nuts & Parmigiano recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dona England
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Position oven racks in the top and bottom third of the oven.
- Heat oven to 450°F.
- Put the beans in a large bowl.
- Peel the garlic, quarter each clove lengthwise and add them to the green beans.
- Toss the beans and garlic with 1/4 cup of the olive oil, 1 Tbs lemon zest, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper.
- Spread the beans on a rimmed baking sheet and roast in the top third of the oven for 10 minutes. Stir the beans and garlic with a spatula for more even cooking and coloring.
- Continue roasting until the beans and garlic pieces are lightly browned and tender throughout, another 10 - 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, spread the pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast in the bottom third of the oven until just golden, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the beans to a small serving platter or shallow bowl and dress with the lemon juice and the remaining 2 T. olive oil.
- Toss gently to coat and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle on the toasted pine nuts, remaining 1/2 Tbs lemon zest, the parmesan cheese and the parsley.
- Serve hot or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 70.6, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 4.6
GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS
Make and share this Green Beans With Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Toast pine nuts in a shallow baking pan in oven 3 to 5 minutes, shaking pan frequently.
- Place green beans in a steamer basket over boiling water in a saucepan and steam 7 to 8 minutes or until tender.
- Transfer green beans to a serving dish.
- Toss with lemon juice, pine nuts and salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.4, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 9.2, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 2.7
Tips for Making Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans for the best flavor and texture.
- Trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them off with a sharp knife.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes to tenderize them and preserve their bright green color.
- Refresh the blanched green beans in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Toast the pine nuts in a skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Add the green beans, pine nuts, lemon juice, zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a bowl and toss to coat.
- Serve the green beans immediately or chill them for later.
Conclusion:
This simple and delicious green bean dish is a great side dish for any meal. It is also a healthy and nutritious option that is packed with vitamins and minerals. The bright and tangy flavors of the lemon and pine nuts complement the green beans perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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