Gremolata Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Gremolata Green Beans, a simple yet sophisticated side dish perfect for any occasion. Crisp, tender green beans are blanched to preserve their vivid color and tossed in a zesty gremolata—a fresh blend of chopped parsley, garlic, lemon zest, and olive oil. The dish is finished with a touch of lemon juice for a burst of citrusy freshness, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian mains. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, flavorful recipe is as easy to prepare as it is to devour. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, these Gremolata Green Beans are a must-try for lovers of wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse and trim the green beans, cutting off the stem ends.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp.
Immediately transfer the green beans to a large bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain and pat dry.
Finely chop the parsley and mince the garlic cloves.
In a small bowl, combine the parsley, minced garlic, lemon zest, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly to create the gremolata.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the green beans to the skillet.
Toss the green beans in the gremolata mixture until evenly coated and warmed through, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then transfer to a serving dish.
Serve immediately as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1135 mg | 24% | |
*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.
