Toasted Pecan Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Toasted Pecan Green Beans, a perfect blend of crunch and flavor that will enhance any meal. Freshly blanched green beans are tossed with buttery, toasted pecans and a hint of garlic, then brightened with a splash of lemon juice for a zesty finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, combines tender-crisp beans and nutty pecans with a touch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for a perfectly balanced taste. It's an elegant yet uncomplicated side dish that's ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike. Try this simple recipe for a healthy, flavorful way to upgrade your vegetable routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 75 grams pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until vibrant green and tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
In a large skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the pecan halves to the skillet and toast them for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly golden. Remove the pecans from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Drain the green beans and pat them dry. Add them to the skillet with the garlic and toss to coat in the butter and olive oil mixture.
Season the green beans with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Add the toasted pecans back to the skillet and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss everything together to combine.
Transfer the Toasted Pecan Green Beans to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.6 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
