Best 13 Italian Green Beans With Tarragon Recipes

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**Introduction:**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our delectable Italian green beans with tarragon recipe. This classic dish combines fresh green beans, aromatic tarragon, and tangy lemon juice to create a side dish that is both simple and sophisticated. Its vibrant green color and burst of flavor make it a perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted chicken, or fish. We also offer variations of this recipe, including a garlicky green beans with tomatoes, a spicy green beans with chili peppers, and a creamy green beans with Parmesan cheese. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or something with a twist, our collection of Italian green beans recipes has something for everyone. Get ready to elevate your next meal with these easy-to-follow and delicious recipes.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

TARRAGON GREEN BEANS



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In this simple Thanksgiving side dish, green beans are sauteed with butter, shallots, and white wine. A finishing touch of aromatic fresh tarragon sets it apart.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh tarragon, plus sprigs for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; cook, stirring constantly, until soft and translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add beans, and gently toss to coat with shallot mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes.
  • Add wine. Raise heat to medium-high; cook, stirring often, 12 minutes. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until beans are tender, 3 to 5 minutes more. Stir in tarragon, and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with tarragon sprigs.

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 13m

Yield 4 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12-ounce) bag green beans (recommended: Birds Eye Steamfresh)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans in the microwave according to package instructions
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, a generous pinch of salt and pepper and saute for 2 minutes. Add the green beans, toss to coat them in the oil and saute another 2 minutes. Serve hot.

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON



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Make and share this Italian Green Beans With Tarragon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb Italian cut green beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Trim ends from the green beans and cut in 1 1/2 inch lengths.
  • Steam or cook the beans in a saucepan of boiling salted water for 5 minutes or until al dente, drain.
  • Toss with oil, salt and pepper, and tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.5, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 6.8, Carbohydrate 7.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 2.1

GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON



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Green beans lightly seasoned with tarragon and garlic.

Provided by Martha

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh tarragon, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a 3 quart sauce pan approximately ½ full with salted water and bring to a boil.
  • Drop trimmed green beans into the water and bring back up to a boil. Cook gently for 5-6 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain the green beans and return to the pan, adding butter, chopped tarragon, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir to melt the butter and combine. Serve immediately.

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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This is a super simple recipe that kids love. Sometimes I add some hot pepper flakes to jazz it up a bit. Not sure where I got the recipe.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups Italian cut green beans
1 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon onion, minced
1/8 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/4 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook beans. Drain.
  • Add all other ingredients except cheese. Heat through.
  • Pour into serving dish and top with cheese. Cover and let stand until cheese is melted.

GREEN BEANS AND RADISH SALAD WITH TARRAGON PESTO



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Whichever way my garden grows, I usually build my salad with green beans, radishes and a pesto made with tarragon. That adds a hint of licorice. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 cups thinly sliced radishes
1/2 cup pecan or walnut pieces, toasted
1/4 cup tarragon leaves
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 8 cups water to a boil. Add beans in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry. Toss together beans and radishes. , Place pecans, tarragon, cheese, garlic, salt and pepper flakes in a small food processor; pulse until chopped. Add vinegar; process until blended. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Toss with bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ASPARAGUS AND GREEN BEANS WITH TARRAGON LEMON DIP



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Tarragon balances the tangy flavor from lemon in the creamy sauce covering colorful asparagus and green beans. I serve this as a side dish as well as an appetizer. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh tarragon or 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Dash pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1 in. of water in a Dutch oven; add asparagus and beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain vegetables; transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with dip.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LEMON TARRAGON GREEN BEANS



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Categories     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Green Bean     Summer     Chill     Tarragon     Gourmet

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, or to taste
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves, or to taste
Garnish: tarragon sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large kettle of boiling salted water blanch beans in 2 batches 2 to 3 minutes, or until just tender. With a slotted spoon transfer beans as blanched to a large bowl filled with ice and cold water. Drain beans well and pat dry, Beans may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled covered.
  • Just before serving, in a large bowl toss together beans, oil, lemon juice, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste. Serve beans garnished with tarragon sprigs.

SWEET ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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Crisp bacon, Italian tomatoes, brown sugar, green beans... everyone loves this unusual mixture of ingredients. It usually doesn't last long.

Provided by Jenna McGarvey

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 slices bacon
3 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans green beans, drained
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 pinch dried basil
1 pinch dried oregano
¼ cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove from the pan to drain on paper towels. Reserve the grease in the skillet and add the onions; cook and stir over medium heat until softened. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds more. Remove from the heat.
  • In a saucepan, combine the green beans, tomatoes, basil, oregano and brown sugar. Crumble in the bacon and add the onion and garlic from the skillet. Warm over medium heat until heated through, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 494.6 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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When I was first married, I wasn't a great cook. Twenty years later, I have many dishes I'm proud of, including this family favorite. Basil, oregano and Romano cheese give these beans their Italian accent. I serve them with broiled steak, pork roast, lamb chops or pork chops. -Andrea Ibzag, Gordon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, coarsely mashed
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 1 tablespoon dried oregano
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 pounds fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, water, oregano, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes., Meanwhile, 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. Add tomato mixture and cheese; cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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BEST GREEN BEANS EVER!!! These beans are also known as Kentucky Wonders. They were the variety that my father always grew in our garden and are of the flat bean type. They have flavor galore! I have included a photo of the cans to show the brand and kind to purchase. A dish is always included on the menu at our family gatherings and are looked forward to.

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Low Protein

Time 1h40m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices bacon (save drippings)
2 (14 1/2 ounce) Italian cut green beans, drained
4 cups water
1/2 onion, diced
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Fry bacon until crisp, crumble and set aside.
  • Place drained beans with water in a medium size saucepan with lid.
  • Add bacon drippings, onion, sugar and salt.
  • Simmer on low heat for approximately 1 1/2 hours.
  • Pour beans in a serving bowl and sprinkle crumbled bacon on top.
  • Enjoy!

TERESA'S ITALIAN GREEN BEANS



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Looking for a different taste for your green beans? These are made with Roma beans (a flat Italian green bean), olive oil, garlic, oregano, onion and mushrooms. My mom used to make them all the time. I am guessing at the preparation and cook time.

Provided by Lucky Clover

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart roma beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup mushroom
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pan of boiling water until done.
  • Heat olive oil in medium sized skillet over medium heat.
  • Add drained beans, mushrooms, onions, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper.
  • Heat to desired temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.1, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 0.5, Carbohydrate 1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 0.2

GREEN BEANS & SPRING ONIONS WITH TARRAGON



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A simple green side of trimmed beans, black olives and herbs to go with meat, fish and vegetarian mains alike

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Side dish

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 6

400g fine green bean , trimmed
12 spring onions , trimmed
1 tbsp olive oil
handful small black olive
squeeze of lemon juice
handful tarragon , roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Blanch the beans in boiling water for 3-4 mins until al dente, adding the spring onions for the final 2 mins. Plunge the vegetables into ice-cold water, then drain and set aside.
  • When ready to serve, heat the oil in a frying pan, tip in the veg and warm through. Add the olives, heat a little longer, then remove from the heat and stir through the lemon juice, tarragon and some seasoning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 2 grams protein, Sodium 0.2 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans for the best flavor and texture.
  • Trim the green beans by removing the tough ends.
  • Blanch the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes to help them retain their color and crispness.
  • Use a large skillet or sauté pan to cook the green beans so that they have plenty of room to spread out.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat before adding the green beans.
  • Cook the green beans until they are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the tarragon, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the green beans immediately as a side dish or appetizer.

Conclusion:

Italian green beans with tarragon is a simple yet flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The tarragon adds a unique and delicate flavor to the green beans, while the olive oil and garlic help to create a rich and satisfying dish. This recipe is also very easy to make, and it can be ready in just 15 minutes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give Italian green beans with tarragon a try!

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