Creamy Lemony Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these Creamy Lemony Green Beans, a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic vegetable. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and coated in a luscious sauce made with rich heavy cream, zesty lemon juice and zest, and savory Parmesan cheese. Infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic and finished with a touch of butter, this dish strikes the perfect balance between creamy indulgence and bright citrusy notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and elegant addition to any dinner table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or your favorite main course for a meal to remember. Perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 unit zested and juiced lemon
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Set them aside.
Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes, until they are just tender but still crisp. Drain them immediately and transfer 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 heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.
Whisk in the heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and unsalted butter, stirring until melted and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them thoroughly in the creamy lemon sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes, ensuring the green beans are heated through.
Remove from the heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.8 g | 54% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 475 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 313 mg | 7% | |
*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.
