Green Beans and Pan Roasted Red Onions
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant recipe for Green Beans and Pan Roasted Red Onions! This quick and easy dish combines tender-crisp green beans with caramelized red onions, all infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic and a touch of balsamic vinegar for a tangy-sweet finish. Perfectly seasoned with a pinch of salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and an optional kick of red chili flakes, this vegetable medley is as flavorful as it is healthy. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal side dish for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or meal prepping. Simple to prepare and beautifully colorful on the plate, this recipe will bring fresh, seasonal ingredients to life in the tastiest way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g green beans
- 2 large red onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the stem ends. Set aside.
Peel the red onions and cut them into thin wedges.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the red onion wedges to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges are caramelized and golden brown. Remove the onions from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the sliced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them in the oil and garlic. Season with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using.
Cover the skillet and cook the green beans for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp. Add a splash of water if needed to prevent sticking.
Once the green beans are cooked, return the caramelized red onions to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the green beans and onions, and toss gently to coat.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
136 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 497 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*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.
