Green Beans with Balsamic Dijon and Dill Thanksgiving
Elevate your Thanksgiving table with these vibrant and flavorful Green Beans with Balsamic Dijon and Dill. This quick and easy side dish combines tender-crisp green beans with a tangy-sweet glaze made from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. Fresh dill adds an herbaceous touch, while garlic and black pepper bring comforting depth to every bite. Blanched to perfection and lightly caramelized in a skillet, these green beans retain their bright color and fresh crunch, making them a standout addition to your holiday feast. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a perfect balance of simplicity and elegance, sure to impress guests and complement any Thanksgiving spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
While the water is heating, trim the ends of the green beans.
Prepare a large bowl of ice water (use 2 cups of ice cubes plus enough water to submerge the beans).
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
Immediately transfer the green beans to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 1-2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Reduce the heat to low and add balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Stir well to create a smooth glaze.
Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly in the balsamic Dijon glaze.
Season with salt and black pepper, and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the beans are heated through and slightly caramelized.
Remove the skillet from the heat and toss the green beans with chopped fresh dill.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm as a delicious Thanksgiving side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.0 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1764 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1063 mg | 23% | |
*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.
