Best 5 Green Beans With Walnut Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our collection of green beans recipes, each featuring a unique walnut sauce that elevates the humble green bean to new heights. From the classic Georgian walnut sauce, brimming with garlic and coriander, to the creamy and tangy Lebanese tahini sauce, these recipes are a culinary journey through diverse cultures. Experience the nutty richness of the Italian pesto sauce, the aromatic and spicy Szechuan sauce, and the vibrant and herbaceous chimichurri sauce. Whether you prefer your green beans steamed, roasted, or sautéed, these sauces will transform them into an unforgettable dish. So, embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect walnut sauce to complement your green beans.

**Recipes Included**:

1. **Green Beans with Georgian Walnut Sauce**: Dive into the vibrant flavors of Georgia with this classic walnut sauce, where crushed walnuts, garlic, vinegar, and fresh herbs create a symphony of tangy and nutty flavors that perfectly coat the crisp green beans.

2. **Green Beans with Lebanese Walnut Sauce**: Experience the creamy and tangy delight of Lebanon's take on walnut sauce. Tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and spices come together to create a luscious sauce that envelops the green beans in a rich and flavorful embrace.

3. **Green Beans with Italian Walnut Pesto**: Discover the magic of Italian cuisine with this aromatic walnut pesto. Fresh basil, walnuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil blend seamlessly to create a vibrant and herbaceous sauce that elevates the green beans to a new level of sophistication.

4. **Green Beans with Szechuan Walnut Sauce**: Embark on a culinary journey to Sichuan with this fiery and flavorful walnut sauce. A blend of chili oil, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar creates a spicy and aromatic sauce that awakens the senses and adds a unique twist to the green beans.

5. **Green Beans with Chimichurri Walnut Sauce**: Transport yourself to the vibrant streets of Argentina with this herbaceous and tangy chimichurri sauce. Fresh parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar come together to create a vibrant and aromatic sauce that adds a refreshing touch to the green beans.

No matter your taste preferences, these green bean recipes with walnut sauce offer a diverse and flavorful culinary experience. From the classic Georgian sauce to the vibrant chimichurri, each recipe promises a unique and unforgettable taste sensation. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUTS



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For a simple side dish that seems nice enough for company, Margaret Wilson of Hemet, California perks up fresh green beans with minced garlic and toasted walnuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , In a large skillet over medium heat; cook walnuts in oil for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add beans, garlic, seasoned salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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

GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUT SAUCE



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pecans or hazelnuts also work well with this quick and easy recipe. you can cook the beans longer, this makes them crunchy.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb green beans, trimmed
1/2 bunch parsley
1 cup walnuts
10 cloves garlic
1 bouillon cube
salt, pepper
1/3 cup olive oil or 1/3 cup walnut oil

Steps:

  • in boiling water blanche green beans, remove and put into ice water, drain, set aside put a few springs of parsley and a few walnuts aside for garnish.
  • in processor add walnuts, parsley leaves, garlic, salt, pepper and boullion cube and pulse until it's like a paste.
  • with machine running add olive oil and emulsify pour over green beans, garnish with walnuts and parsley.

A+ GREEN BEAN AND WALNUT CASSEROLE



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Here's a winning recipe for an old time favorite including a crunchy walnut topping. Lower in calories, total fat, saturated fat, and reduced sodium all without compromising flavor!

Provided by California Walnuts

Categories     Green Bean Casserole

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil spread
4 ounces mushrooms, minced
1 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons flour
1 ½ cups chicken stock
½ cup fat-free half and half
¾ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
⅔ cup crushed whole grain seasoned croutons
⅔ cup chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons vegetable or soy spread, melted
½ cup minced onion

Steps:

  • Melt spread in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes. Stir in flour; cook and stir for 5 minutes more. Slowly add stock and bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in half & half and season with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook beans in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain well then add to mushroom sauce; toss to coat with mixture. Transfer to an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
  • Stir together all topping ingredients until well blended and sprinkle around the edge of the beans.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 474.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUT MISO SAUCE



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Make and share this Green Beans With Walnut Miso Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

salt
10 ounces green beans, strings removed
1 inch fresh ginger
2 tablespoons light miso (sweet)
1/2 cup shelled walnut meat
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring pot of water to a boil and salt it.
  • blanch beans in water until they are bright green and just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain and refresh in cold water, then drain again.
  • Place in a serving bowl.
  • Grate ginger over bowl, then place in small fine strainer and press out juice, about a teaspoon.
  • Combine ginger juice with miso, walnuts, 2 tablespoons water and soy sauce in blender and blend until smooth, stopping machine and scraping down sides if necessary.
  • (You may add a little water or soy sauce if mixture is too thick.).
  • Toss beans in sauce, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.1, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 46.4, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 3.6

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh green beans. If using frozen green beans, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To blanch the green 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. Drain the green beans immediately and rinse them with cold water.
  • To make the walnut sauce, combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smooth and creamy. You may need to add a little water or olive oil to get the desired consistency.
  • The walnut sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, bring the sauce to room temperature.
  • To serve, simply toss the blanched green beans with the walnut sauce and serve immediately.

Conclusion:

Green beans with walnut sauce is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The green beans are tender and crisp, and the walnut sauce is rich and creamy with a nutty flavor. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also a good source of protein and fiber.

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