Orange Pecan Green Beans
Elevate your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Orange Pecan Green Beans, a beautifully balanced side dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. Fresh green beans are blanched to perfection, ensuring a crisp-tender texture, then coated in a luscious orange-butter sauce infused with garlic and zesty orange zest. The dish is finished with the irresistible crunch of toasted pecans, adding a delightful contrast to every bite. Perfect as a complement to roasted meats or festive holiday spreads, this recipe brings together citrusy brightness, nutty richness, and wholesome greens in just 25 minutes. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your weeknight menu, Orange Pecan Green Beans deliver flavor and sophistication in every bite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 60 grams pecans
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 cups water
- 1 tray ice cubes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Prepare a large bowl filled with ice water for blanching.
Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them thoroughly.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender.
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to immediately transfer the green beans to the ice water. Let them sit for 2 minutes to stop the cooking process, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once fragrant, remove the pecans and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the orange zest and orange juice, and let the mixture simmer for 1 minute.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the orange-butter sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the green beans are heated through.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper, then sprinkle the toasted pecans over the top.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy your Orange Pecan Green Beans as a flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
793 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.4 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1355 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1310 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.
