Green Beans Toasted Pecans and Blue Cheese
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Toasted Pecans and Blue Cheese—a perfect balance of fresh, nutty, and tangy flavors. Crisp-tender green beans are blanched to vibrant perfection, then sautéed with fragrant garlic and a hint of lemon juice for brightness. Toasted pecans add a delightful crunch, while crumbled blue cheese melts slightly to create a creamy, savory finish. This quick and easy 25-minute recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, dinner parties, or any weeknight meal where you want a sophisticated, crowd-pleasing vegetable dish. Serve warm and watch your guests savor every bite of this gourmet-inspired side!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. Set aside.
Toast the pecans: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and add the pecans. Stir frequently for 3-5 minutes or until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the green beans. Blanch the beans for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Pat the beans dry with a clean towel.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds or until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat them in the garlic and oil. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the beans are heated through and slightly tender.
Season the green beans with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Toss until evenly coated.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the toasted pecans and crumbled blue cheese over the green beans. Gently toss to combine, allowing the blue cheese to slightly melt into the dish.
Transfer to a serving platter and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.1 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2021 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.7 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1365 mg | 29% | |
*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.
