Green Beans Parmesan
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Green Beans Parmesan recipe, a delightful fusion of simplicity and bold flavors. Perfectly tender-crisp green beans are blanched, then sautéed with fragrant garlic in olive oil before being tossed with zesty lemon juice, a touch of spice from optional chili flakes, and a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese. This quick and easy 25-minute recipe ensures a nutrient-packed, crowd-pleasing side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, pasta, or your favorite weeknight meals. With its vibrant color, punchy flavor, and cheesy finish, Green Beans Parmesan is the ultimate way to transform humble veggies into a sophisticated culinary star.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the garlic and olive oil.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using) over the green beans, then toss again to distribute the seasoning evenly.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.4 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 506 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 279 mg | 6% | |
*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.
