Green Beans Dijon
Transform your side dish game with the vibrant flavors of Green Beans Dijon, a quick and easy recipe that’s both elegant and nutritious. This dish features crisp-tender green beans, blanched to a perfect bright green, then tossed in a tangy and savory dressing made with Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, a touch of honey, and sautéed garlic. The balance of flavors is enhanced with a hint of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, making it a standout side for any occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free recipe is ideal for dinner parties, holiday feasts, or simple weeknight meals. Serve warm alongside roasted chicken or grilled salmon, and watch this side dish steal the spotlight. Keywords: green beans Dijon recipe, healthy side dish, quick green beans recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 quart water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring 1 quart of water to a boil in a large pot. While waiting for the water to boil, rinse and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans to the pot and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
While the green beans are cooking, fill a large bowl with cold water and add 2 cups of ice cubes to create an ice bath.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the blanched green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Reduce the heat to low and whisk in the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring until the dressing is smooth and heated through.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them with the Dijon dressing until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm the green beans.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1759 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*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.
