Salsa and Chiles Green Beans
Transform your green bean side dish with a vibrant twist by making Salsa and Chiles Green Beans! This quick and flavorful recipe combines crisp-tender green beans with the bold flavors of roasted green chiles, zesty salsa, and a hint of cumin for a Tex-Mex-inspired delight. Perfectly accented with fresh lime juice and optional cilantro for a burst of freshness, this dish is ready in just 25 minutes, making it an easy and healthy addition to any meal. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled meats or as part of a vegetarian spread, these green beans are sure to steal the spotlight with their bold, spicy personality.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g fresh green beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 units roasted green chiles, diced
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade salsa
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer the beans to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Add the roasted green chiles and stir to combine with the garlic. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through.
Pour in the salsa and sprinkle with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the fresh lime juice over the green beans. Toss gently.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1912 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1713 mg | 36% | |
*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.
