Green Beans Provence
Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Green Beans Provence, a classic French-inspired side dish that pairs fresh ingredients with simple elegance. Crisp, tender green beans are blanched to perfection and then sautéed with fragrant shallots, garlic, and a blend of Herbes de Provence for an earthy, aromatic touch. A hint of fresh thyme complements the dish while a final splash of lemon juice and zest adds just the right amount of zesty freshness. This quick and easy recipe, ready in under 30 minutes, is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a standout side for festive gatherings. Serve warm to let the bold flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium shallot, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, just until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Immediately transfer the green beans to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced shallot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and Herbes de Provence. Cook for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat them evenly with the aromatic mixture.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Cook the green beans for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are warmed through and slightly caramelized.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest for a bright, fresh finish.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
445 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1215 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1175 mg | 25% | |
*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.
