Romano Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this simple yet flavorful Romano Beans recipe, a perfect medley of tender-crisp green beans, zesty lemon juice, and a garlicky kick. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, highlights the naturally earthy flavor of Romano beans, accented with a touch of olive oil and a sprinkle of red chili flakes for optional heat. The beans are steamed to perfection, retaining their vibrant color and slight crunch, before being finished with a bright citrus drizzle. Ideal as a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly accompaniment to any meal or even as a light, satisfying main course, this Romano Beans recipe is versatile, nutritious, and irresistibly delicious. Whether you're looking for a simple side or a vibrant addition to your dinner table, this dish brings fresh, seasonal ingredients to life with minimal effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Romano beans
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Wash the Romano beans thoroughly under running water, then trim the ends and cut them into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat up for 1-2 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
Add the Romano beans to the skillet and give them a stir to coat them in the garlic and olive oil.
Pour the water into the skillet, cover it with a lid, and allow the beans to steam for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The beans should become tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Remove the lid and allow any remaining water to evaporate, stirring the beans to avoid sticking.
Once the water has evaporated, lower the heat and season the beans with salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Stir well to combine.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the beans, give one final stir, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the sautéed Romano beans to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.5 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.6 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.7 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*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.
