Salsa Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with the bold, zesty flavors of Salsa Green Beans! This quick and easy side dish takes crisp-tender green beans and tosses them in a vibrant medley of sautéed garlic, rich tomato salsa, and a splash of tangy lime juice. Perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of salt and pepper, these green beans are finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an herby, aromatic touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this veggie-forward recipe is an ideal pairing for tacos, grilled chicken, or even as a standalone vegetarian delight. Packed with color, texture, and a spicy kick, Salsa Green Beans will become your new go-to side to add a punch of flavor to any meal! Keywords: Salsa Green Beans recipe, zesty side dish, quick vegetable recipe, green beans with salsa.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 150 grams prepared tomato salsa
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown slightly.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper.
Pour the prepared salsa into the skillet, stirring well to coat the green beans evenly.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the lime juice and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1587 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1425 mg | 30% | |
*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.
