**Delight Your Taste Buds with Vibrant Green Beans and a Trio of Exceptional Dressings**
Embark on a culinary journey with this collection of green bean recipes, each featuring a distinct dressing that elevates the humble vegetable to a gourmet delight. From the classic vinaigrette to the creamy lemon tahini and the tangy honey mustard, these dressings transform green beans into a symphony of flavors. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing side dish or a hearty main course salad, these recipes offer something for every palate. Prepare to be amazed as you discover the versatility of green beans and the culinary artistry that can be achieved with a simple ingredient.
MEYER LEMON VINAIGRETTE
When Meyer lemons are in season, typically between November and March, be sure to snag some up to make this lemon-Parmesan dressing. Meyer lemons are much less tart and acidic than traditional lemons, like a cross between a lemon and a mandarin. They're also sweeter, so no additional sugar is needed. I love this on kale salad, but also drizzled over roasted veggies or grilled salmon or trout.
Provided by France C
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine olive oil, Meyer lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, Parmesan cheese, garlic, zest, salt, and pepper in a small blender cup. Blend until dressing is smooth, 30 to 45 seconds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 165.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
GREEN BEANS WITH VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE AND ALMONDS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
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.
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE
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
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.)
LEMONY GREEN BEANS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
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.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh green beans and Meyer lemons.
- If you don't have Meyer lemons, you can use regular lemons, but they will be more tart.
- To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- To cook the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the green beans. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and tender.
- Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Once the green beans are cool, drain them and pat them dry.
- Add the green beans to the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
- Serve the green beans immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These green beans with Meyer lemon vinaigrette are a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give these green beans a try!
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