Green Beans with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Green Beans with Sun-Dried Tomatoes! Tender, crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and tossed with zesty lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and rich, julienned sun-dried tomatoes. A garnish of toasted slivered almonds adds a delightful crunch (optional but highly recommended!). This quick and easy side dish not only pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses but also comes together in just 20 minutes—making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or elegant holiday gatherings. Bursting with fresh, tangy, and savory flavors, this dish is a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine! Perfect for serving four, it's as simple as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g fresh green beans, trimmed
- 75 g sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, julienned
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 30 g toasted slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil.
While the water is heating, trim the green beans by snipping off the stem ends.
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the green beans to the ice bath to halt the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the julienned sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes to warm them through.
Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture and stir in the lemon zest. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Transfer to a serving dish and, if desired, sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately as a side dish alongside your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
162 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.8 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 598 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*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.
