Gilded Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with "Gilded Green Beans," a luxurious yet simple recipe that transforms everyday green beans into a golden, glossy masterpiece. Freshly blanched green beans are coated in a rich, nutty browned butter glaze infused with garlic, a touch of honey, and zesty lemon for a perfectly balanced flavor. The dish is finished with a delicate sprinkle of toasted almond slivers for added crunch and elegance. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vibrant, slightly caramelized side pairs beautifully with any main course and is perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners. Try this effortless, flavor-packed recipe to bring a touch of sophistication to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons toasted almond slivers (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, until they turn bright green and are slightly tender. Drain immediately and plunge the green beans into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it begins to foam. Swirl the pan occasionally and continue cooking the butter until it turns a golden brown color and emits a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
Add the olive oil to the skillet, followed by the minced garlic. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the honey, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them gently to coat in the glaze.
Cook the green beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
Transfer the gilded green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted almond slivers, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
713 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.3 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.2 g | 121% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1216 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1111 mg | 24% | |
*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.
