Green Beans with Walnut Sauce
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Walnut Sauce—a perfect balance of crisp green beans and creamy, nutty goodness. Tender blanched green beans are paired with a luscious walnut sauce made from toasted walnuts, garlic, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, creating a flavorful and nutrient-packed dish that's as easy to make as it is impressive. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as an elegant side for holiday feasts. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra walnuts for added crunch. Whether you're looking for a healthy vegetable dish or a show-stopping plant-based option, this vibrant and versatile recipe is guaranteed to become a crowd favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans
- 100 grams walnuts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly under cold water and trim the ends. Set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until they are bright green and just tender. Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from heat and allow them to cool slightly.
In a food processor or blender, combine the toasted walnuts, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, water, salt, and black pepper. Blend until a smooth, creamy sauce forms, adding more water if necessary to achieve your desired consistency.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the blanched green beans with the walnut sauce until evenly coated.
Transfer the green beans to a serving platter and garnish with additional chopped walnuts or a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper, if desired.
Serve immediately or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.4 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 50.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1820 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1583 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.
