Lemon Dijon Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant and zesty Lemon Dijon Green Beans! Featuring tender-crisp green beans tossed in a tangy, homemade dressing of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, and a touch of honey, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. The final flourish of lemon zest and crunchy toasted almond slices elevates this side dish into an elegant and satisfying accompaniment for any meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Fresh, flavorful, and loaded with wholesome ingredients, Lemon Dijon Green Beans are sure to steal the spotlight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons toasted almond slices
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
While the green beans are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
Drain the cooked green beans and immediately transfer them to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2-3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large skillet, add the blanched green beans and the prepared dressing. Toss to coat the beans evenly.
Cook the green beans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, until heated through.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with lemon zest and toasted almond slices for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, tangy Lemon Dijon Green Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.6 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2735 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1137 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.
