Green Beans Lyonnaise
Elevate your side dish game with the timeless charm of Green Beans Lyonnaise, a French-inspired recipe that combines tender, blanched green beans with golden caramelized onions and a touch of fragrant garlic. This simple yet elegant dish gets its richness from unsalted butter and olive oil, while a sprinkle of parsley adds a fresh, vibrant finish. Perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this 35-minute recipe is all about maximizing flavor with minimal effort. Serve it warm alongside roasted meats or hearty mains for a classic pairing that’s sure to impress. With its gorgeous presentation and irresistible aroma, Green Beans Lyonnaise will quickly become a favorite at your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the green beans and trim the ends. Set them aside.
Peel the onion and slice it thinly into half-moons.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and set them aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Lower the heat if they start to burn.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to combine with the onions and garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through and slightly tender. Season with salt and black pepper.
Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and let it melt into the vegetables.
Transfer the Green Beans Lyonnaise to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*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.
