Shaker Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with Shaker Green Beans, a vibrant, flavor-packed recipe that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh green beans and savory onions. Sautéed in a luscious blend of butter and olive oil, these beans are simmered in vegetable broth and infused with the earthy aromatics of fresh thyme. A splash of cider vinegar adds a zesty twist at the end, perfectly balancing the dish's rich and tangy flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this approachable yet elegant recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an impressive addition to your holiday table. Serve these tender-crisp green beans warm, garnished with extra thyme, for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing side that pairs beautifully with nearly any main course.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Cut them into 2-inch pieces if desired for easier serving.
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the olive oil to prevent the butter from burning.
Add the sliced onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until they become soft and translucent.
Stir in the green beans and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat the beans in the butter and oil mixture.
Pour the vegetable broth into the pan and sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme over the green beans.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the beans simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to evaporate any excess liquid. Stir frequently to ensure the beans are evenly coated in the sauce.
Drizzle the cider vinegar over the beans and stir one last time for a tangy finish.
Transfer the Shaker Green Beans to a serving dish and garnish with additional thyme if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1496 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1348 mg | 29% | |
*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.
