Green Beans with Citrus Mustard
Brighten up your table with Green Beans with Citrus Mustard, a vibrant and zesty side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to preserve their vibrant color and tossed in a tangy, aromatic dressing made with Dijon mustard, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices, a hint of sweet honey, and fragrant citrus zests. A touch of garlic adds depth, while optional toasted almond slices lend a delightful crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is as refreshing as it is easy to prepare. Serve it warm or chilled alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as a stunning addition to a holiday spread. Perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful way to elevate their vegetables!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
- 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest, finely grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons toasted almond slices (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans immediately and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined.
Drain the green beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large serving bowl, toss the green beans with the citrus-mustard dressing until they are evenly coated.
Garnish with toasted almond slices, if desired, for added crunch and flavor.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1557 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1244 mg | 26% | |
*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.
