Green Beans with Peanut Dressing
Transform your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Green Beans with Peanut Dressing. Crisp, tender green beans are blanched to perfection and draped in a creamy, umami-rich peanut sauce made with a harmonious blend of smooth peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist). Grated ginger, garlic, and an optional kick of red chili flakes lend a zesty depth to the dressing, while toasted sesame oil ties it all together with a subtle nuttiness. Finished with a garnish of sesame seeds and scallions, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it warm, chilled, or at room temperature—perfect for make-ahead meals, potlucks, or a lighter addition to your dinner table. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dish is sure to become your new go-to recipe for effortless sophistication. Keywords: green beans with peanut dressing, easy side dish, vegan green bean recipe, make-ahead vegetable dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Green beans
- 60 grams Peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to boil and prepare a bowl of ice water on the side.
Trim the ends off the green beans and blanch them by boiling them for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Quickly transfer the green beans to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and preserve their color. Drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time, to reach the desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and add optional red chili flakes for heat, if desired.
Transfer the green beans to a serving platter or bowl and drizzle the peanut dressing over them. Toss gently to coat the beans evenly.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
741 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.8 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1993 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 275 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1581 mg | 34% | |
*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.
