Caesar Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Caesar Green Beans—where classic Caesar salad flavors meet the crunch and vibrancy of perfectly cooked green beans. This quick and elegant recipe features tender-crisp green beans tossed in a bold, garlicky dressing infused with savory anchovy fillets, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a velvety richness, while a sprinkle of toasted breadcrumbs provides the perfect crispy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dish is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled seafood, or as a stand-alone vegetable dish for your next dinner party. Serve warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 pieces anchovy fillets
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons toasted breadcrumbs
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing the stems. Set them aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Immediately transfer the blanched green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and anchovy fillets. Use a wooden spoon to mash the anchovies into the oil as they cook, stirring constantly for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the Dijon mustard and lemon juice, whisking until fully combined. Reduce the heat to low and add the blanched green beans, tossing them to coat evenly in the dressing.
Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss well to combine and warm the beans through, about 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the dressed green beans to a serving dish and top with toasted breadcrumbs for an added crunch.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your Caesar Green Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
828 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 3940 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 656 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1296 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
