Best 2 Lemon Basil Green Beans Recipes

**Lemon Basil Green Beans: A Refreshing and Flavorful Side Dish**

Brighten up your meals with our collection of lemon basil green bean recipes. These dishes are bursting with flavor and make a perfect accompaniment to any main course. From classic sautéed green beans to innovative salads and pasta dishes, we have something for every taste. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a show-stopping centerpiece, our recipes will surely impress. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of lemon, basil, and fresh green beans.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BASIL LEMON GREEN BEANS

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These have a nice lemon flavor with a hint of sweetness. A good quality frozen bean can be used, but please use fresh basil!

Provided by PaulaG

Categories Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, mined
1 1/2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed and broken into 1 inch lengths
1/3 cup basil, coarse chopped
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into thin strips

Steps:

In a large skillet heat the oil over medium-high heat until hot.
Add the garlic and saute and saute 30 seconds.
Add beans and yellow pepper; saute 3 to 5 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender.
Add the basil, honey, lemon zest, salt and pepper; saute 30 seconds.
Add the lemon juice and saute another 30 seconds.
Serve immediately.

LEMON BASIL GREEN BEANS

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Categories Vegetable Side Boil

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 lb of green beans
1 tbl butter
1 1/2 tsp freshly grated lemon peel
1/4 tsp salt1/8 tsp ground pepper
1/4 c fresh basil thinly sliced

Steps:

bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil cook green beans 5-6 minutes till barely tender drain into collander in same pot over medium heat melt the butter add green beans, lemon zest, salt and pepper-stir to coat- remove from heat toss with basil and serve immediately

Tips:

Choose tender, crisp green beans for best results.
Trim the green beans by removing the stem ends.
Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and preserve their鮮豔的顏色.
Make sure to dry the green beans thoroughly before sautéing them.
Use a large skillet to prevent the green beans from overcrowding.
Sauté the green beans over medium-high heat until they are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the lemon-basil sauce to the green beans and toss to coat.
Serve the green beans immediately.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Lemon-Basil Green Beans is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The bright flavors of lemon and basil complement the green beans perfectly, and the dish is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this recipe a try!