Green Beans with Tahini and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Green Beans with Tahini and Garlic. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection, then tossed in a luxurious, creamy tahini sauce infused with zesty lemon juice and aromatic fresh garlic. A hint of olive oil ties it all together, while optional toasted sesame seeds add a delightful crunch and nutty finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, makes an ideal accompaniment to any meal or a light, satisfying main course on its own. Perfect for vegan and gluten-free diets, it combines wholesome ingredients with bold flavors for a dish you'll want to make on repeat. Serve it warm or at room temperature for an irresistible, versatile addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife. Leave the green beans whole or cut them into 2-inch pieces as preferred.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain the beans and set them aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, water, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency with a bit more water if the sauce is too thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the blanched green beans and toss them gently to warm through (about 2-3 minutes).
Pour the tahini sauce over the green beans in the skillet and toss to coat them evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are fully coated and warmed through.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your Green Beans with Tahini and Garlic as a delicious side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 505 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 922 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 4019.2 mg | 22329% | |
| Potassium | 303 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.
