Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots
Elevate your side dish game with these Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots—a perfect balance of fresh, crisp green beans and sweet, golden-brown shallots. Blanched to a vibrant green and tossed with buttery, caramelized shallots, this recipe is full of irresistible textures and rich, savory flavors. A touch of balsamic vinegar adds optional depth, making it a versatile accompaniment for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe combines simple ingredients with classic cooking techniques like blanching and caramelizing for a dish that's both elegant and approachable. Serve it warm for a stunning side that’s sure to impress! Keywords: green beans, caramelized shallots, side dish, vegetable recipe, holiday side, quick and easy recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 4 whole shallots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- 6 cups water
- 6 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 6 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the boiling water.
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cool water.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 3 minutes until they turn bright green and are slightly tender.
Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl by combining 6 cups of water with 6 cups of ice cubes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans directly to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the shallots into rings.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter.
Add the sliced shallots to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until they become golden brown and caramelized. Lower the heat if they start to brown too quickly.
Sprinkle the caramelized shallots with a pinch of salt and stir in the optional balsamic vinegar, if desired.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the caramelized shallots. Toss them together and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper (or adjust to taste).
Transfer the green beans with caramelized shallots to a serving platter and enjoy warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 287 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 6% | |
*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.
