Lemon Pine Nut Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with Lemon Pine Nut Green Beans, a quick and vibrant side dish that's as elegant as it is flavorful! Crisp, tender green beans are blanched to perfection and then tossed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon zest, and a squeeze of tangy lemon juice. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch and nutty richness, making this dish a crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these green beans deliver a refreshing burst of citrus and a gourmet touch with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 45 grams pine nuts
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 10 units ice cubes
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
Zest the lemon and juice it, setting both the zest and juice aside.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the green beans and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook the beans for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and just tender.
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes. Immediately transfer the cooked green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2 minutes, then drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them with the garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the green beans and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately, either as a warm side dish or at room temperature for a refreshing, citrusy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2420 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1337 mg | 28% | |
*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.
