French Style Green Beans
Elevate your veggie side dish game with these French Style Green Beans, a sophisticated yet simple recipe that lets the vibrant flavors of haricots verts shine. Perfectly blanched green beans are lightly sautéed in a luxurious blend of unsalted butter and olive oil, complemented by the delicate sweetness of finely chopped shallots and the aromatic kick of fresh garlic. A finishing touch of zesty lemon, chopped parsley, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper brings bright, fresh flavors to every bite. This quick and elegant dish, ready in just 25 minutes, pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled fish, or a hearty vegetarian main. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or prepping a weeknight meal, these tender-crisp green beans will steal the spotlight on your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans (haricots verts)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt (not listed in ingredients) to season the water.
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp.
Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes and then drain well.
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter is melted and foamy.
Add the chopped shallots to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss them gently to coat in the butter and aromatics. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and heated through.
Sprinkle in the lemon zest, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, and toss to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
541 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*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.
