Green Beans Whole Grain Mustard
Elevate your side dish game with this Green Beans with Whole Grain Mustard recipe—a perfect balance of vibrant flavors and delightful textures. Freshly blanched green beans are tossed in a velvety butter sauce infused with the tanginess of whole grain mustard, a splash of lemon juice, and a hint of garlic for a fragrant base. Finished with slivered almonds for a satisfying crunch, this quick and easy recipe is not only a visual delight but also a nutritious and flavorful addition to any meal. Whether you're pairing it with roasted meats or serving it alongside hearty vegetarian mains, these mustard-glazed green beans are sure to impress. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this dish highlights the art of simplicity without compromising on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1.5 tablespoons whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds
- 1 liter water
- 8 cubes ice
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing the stem ends.
Fill a large pot with 1 liter of water and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil.
Prepare a bowl of ice water by adding 8 ice cubes to a large bowl filled with water.
Blanch the green beans by boiling them for 3-4 minutes, until just tender but still crisp.
Immediately transfer the green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Mince the garlic clove and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in 1.5 tablespoons of whole grain mustard and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, mixing well to form a smooth sauce.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the mustard mixture.
Season with 0.5 teaspoons of salt and 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of slivered almonds over the green beans and toss gently to combine.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.4 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 329 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 390 mg | 8% | |
*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.
