Green Beans with Lemon Peel
Brighten up your dinner table with this refreshing recipe for Green Beans with Lemon Peel, a delightful side dish that combines crisp-tender green beans with the zesty vibrance of fresh lemon zest. Blanched to perfection and lightly sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, these green beans are a celebration of simple yet bold flavors. The finishing touch of citrusy lemon peel paired with a hint of black pepper makes this dish irresistibly fresh and aromatic. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's an easy, healthy, and gluten-free addition to any meal, whether paired with roasted meats, grilled seafood, or served as part of a vegetarian feast. Try this vibrant recipe and let your taste buds experience a burst of summery brightness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set them aside.
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2-3 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Using a fine grater or zester, carefully peel the zest from the lemon, avoiding the bitter white pith. Set the lemon zest aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic-infused oil. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the beans are warmed through and slightly tender.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the lemon zest and toss well to distribute the bright citrus flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Optionally, garnish with additional lemon zest or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
Serve immediately as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 271 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1167 mg | 25% | |
*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.
