Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale
Elevate your side dish game with this Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale recipe—a harmonious blend of tender-crisp green beans and nutrient-packed kale, sautéed in a luscious garlic-infused olive oil and butter base. Finished with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes and a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan, this dish offers a perfect balance of spice and savory richness. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a vibrant, tangy finish, making it an ideal complement to roasted meats, pasta dishes, or grain bowls. Ready in just 25 minutes and bursting with bold flavors, this vegetable medley is as quick and easy as it is nutritious—perfect for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing addition to your holiday table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams green beans
- 200 grams kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 50 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the stem ends. Tear or chop the kale into bite-sized pieces, discarding the tough stems.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the green beans for 3 minutes. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter, letting the butter melt completely.
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the blanched green beans and kale to the skillet. Toss to coat in the garlic oil mixture.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Cook the vegetables for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender and the kale is wilted.
Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and toss until the cheese starts to melt and coat the vegetables.
Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice for a bright finish. Give it one final toss.
Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish to complement your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.7 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1238 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1727 mg | 37% | |
*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.
