Cranberry Golden Raisin Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with Cranberry Golden Raisin Green Beans, a vibrant and flavorful twist on classic green beans that’s perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners. This recipe pairs tender, blanched green beans with the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries and golden raisins, while toasted slivered almonds add a satisfying crunch. A buttery, garlic-infused sauté seasoned with lemon juice ties it all together for a dish that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just 25 minutes, this wholesome and colorful side is a surefire way to liven up your table while incorporating robust, seasonal flavors. Serve it warm alongside roasted meats or as a stand-alone vegetarian delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup golden raisins
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until they are vibrant green and slightly tender. Transfer them immediately to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until melted.
Add the shallots and garlic to the pan, cooking for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant and softened.
Stir in the dried cranberries, golden raisins, and water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the dried fruit to plump up slightly.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through.
Season with salt and black pepper, and drizzle in the lemon juice. Mix everything well.
In a small dry skillet, toast the slivered almonds over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Remove from heat once golden brown.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1405 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.5 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1976 mg | 42% | |
*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.
