**Grilled Cajun Green Beans: A Flavorful and Healthy Side Dish**
Kick your next barbecue or cookout up a notch with this flavorful and healthy side dish. Grilled Cajun green beans are a delicious and easy way to add some extra veggies to your plate. With a blend of Cajun spices, olive oil, and a touch of lemon juice, these green beans are grilled to perfection, resulting in a slightly charred exterior and a tender-crisp interior. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to grilling green beans to perfection, along with two additional variations: Garlic Parmesan Green Beans and Sweet and Tangy Green Beans. Whether you prefer a classic Cajun flavor, a garlicky Parmesan twist, or a sweet and tangy kick, this article has a recipe that will satisfy your taste buds. So, fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy these delectable grilled green beans!
GRILLED GREEN BEANS
Simple and easy grilled green beans. A great way to use up those garden green beans while grilling on a nice summer evening. Incredibly tasty and simple!
Provided by Kassie Calvin Caminiti
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine green beans, olive oil, garlic, and salt in a bowl; toss to coat. Allow green beans to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Arrange green beans on a grill pan.
- Place grill pan on preheated grill; cook and stir green beans until lightly charred, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 487.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
GRILLED GREEN BEANS
I cook almost everything outdoors, including green beans. I prepare this snappy side dish while the entree is cooking. The recipe has won over my picky eaters. -Carol Traupman-Carr, Breinigsville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water., In a small skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Remove from heat. Drain beans and pat dry., In a large bowl, combine beans, shallot mixture and cheese; toss to coat. Transfer to a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square) coated with cooking spray. Fold foil around beans, sealing tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted, 7-9 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED CAJUN GREEN BEANS
Make and share this Grilled Cajun Green Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by sheepdoc
Categories Cajun
Time 25m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place beans in center of double thick 18" square of heavy duty foil.
- Dot with butter and sprinkle with cajun seasoning.
- Fold in and seal edges of foil over beans to make a packet.
- Grill over medium heat about 10 minutes per side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.6, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 32.1, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.7, Protein 2.1
Tips:
- Prep the Green Beans Properly: Trim the ends of the green beans and wash them thoroughly. For even cooking, cut them into uniform sizes.
- Use Good Quality Cajun Seasoning: The flavor of your green beans will largely depend on the seasoning you use. Choose a flavorful Cajun seasoning blend that has a good balance of spices.
- Don't Overcook the Green Beans: Green beans should be cooked until they are tender-crisp, but not mushy. Overcooked green beans will lose their flavor and texture.
- Serve Immediately: Grilled Cajun green beans are best served hot off the grill. They can be served as a side dish or as part of a main course.
Conclusion:
Grilled Cajun green beans are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their smoky flavor and slightly spicy kick, these green beans are sure to be a hit at your next cookout or gathering. Whether you're grilling them over charcoal or gas, be sure to follow the tips and tricks in this recipe to ensure that your green beans turn out perfectly. With a little bit of effort, you can create a delicious and flavorful dish that will impress your friends and family.
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