Green Goddess Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Green Goddess Green Beans! This recipe combines perfectly tender-crisp green beans with a creamy, herb-packed Green Goddess dressing made from avocado, fresh parsley, basil, chives, and a hint of zesty lemon. Blanched to preserve their bright color and crunch, the green beans are coated in a luscious blend of Greek yogurt and olive oil, creating a healthy, satisfying dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Garnish with more herbs for added freshness and flair, and serve as a stunning vegetable side that pairs beautifully with any main course.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 whole avocado
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 whole garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (if needed to thin the dressing)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the stem ends.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt.
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp and bright green.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process (this helps preserve their color and texture). Set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, parsley, basil, chives, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Blend until the dressing is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add the water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Drain the green beans from the ice water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Place the green beans in a large serving bowl and pour the prepared Green Goddess dressing over them.
Toss until the green beans are evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Optional: garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or chives for an extra pop of flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
706 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1262 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.3 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
