Piquant Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these Piquant Green Beans—a vibrant, flavor-packed recipe that transforms humble green beans into a standout culinary experience. Fresh green beans are sautéed in aromatic garlic-infused olive oil, then steamed to crisp-tender perfection before being coated in a zesty blend of lemon zest, red pepper flakes, and a hint of black pepper for a spicy, citrusy kick. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is perfect for adding a burst of flavor to weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Serve these zesty green beans alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or your favorite vegetarian entrees for a healthy and irresistible side dish! Keywords: Piquant Green Beans, garlic green beans, spicy side dish, zesty vegetables, easy green bean recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 60 milliliters water
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and wash them thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean towel and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the olive oil.
Once the olive oil is heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the garlic oil until they are evenly coated.
Pour in the water and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the green beans to steam for about 5 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Let the water evaporate and sauté the green beans for another 2-3 minutes until they start to get a light char.
Add the lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Toss the green beans well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Transfer the piquant green beans to a serving platter and serve warm. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2394 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| 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.
