Green Beans with Blue Cheese and Pecans
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these decadent Green Beans with Blue Cheese and Pecans! This easy yet sophisticated recipe pairs tender-crisp green beans with the bold tanginess of crumbled blue cheese and the nutty crunch of toasted pecans, all brought together with a buttery, peppery finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or as a show-stopping side for holiday gatherings. The contrast of textures and flavors in this dish creates a harmonious balance, making it a crowd-pleasing addition to your table. Serve it warm for a gourmet touch that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 6 cups water
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.33 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.33 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large pot and add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Add the green beans to the boiling water, and cook for 4–5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
While the green beans cook, toast the pecans: heat a small dry skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped pecans and toast, stirring frequently, for 3–5 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain again and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked green beans and toss to coat.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese, toasted pecans, and black pepper over the green beans. Toss gently to combine and warm the cheese slightly.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.9 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1736 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 713 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
