Green Beans and Pears
Elevate your side dish game with this Green Beans and Pears recipe, a delightful combination of vibrant green beans and the natural sweetness of caramelized pears. Blanched green beans retain their crisp-tender texture, while ripe pear slices get a quick sauté in garlic-infused olive oil, creating a fragrant base. A drizzle of honey and lemon juice adds a tangy-sweet glaze that ties the flavors together, while crunchy slivered almonds provide the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or a refreshing alternative to traditional sides. Serve it warm or at room temperature for a simple yet sophisticated accompaniment that’s packed with flavor and texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams green beans
- 2 whole ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 whole garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Add a pinch of salt, then blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Peel the pears (optional), then slice them into thin wedges, removing the core and seeds.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Mince the garlic clove and add it to the skillet. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the pear slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, gently tossing until slightly caramelized and softened.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and lemon juice. Drizzle this mixture over the pears in the skillet.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beans are heated through and coated in the glaze.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle slivered almonds over the dish for added crunch.
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1723 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.4 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1738 mg | 37% | |
*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.
