Lemon-Walnut Green Beans ๐๐ฅฆ
Description: An easy side dish that is always a hit in my house. I’ve been told that this is a Southern dish, but my mother claims she used to make this back when she lived in Sweden. Eat and decide.
- Recipe Category: Vegetable
- Keywords: Low Protein, Kosher, Free Of…, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Stove Top
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 3 cups green beans
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup butter
- 12 green onions, chopped
- 2/3 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon rind
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sprinkle beans with salt, and arrange in a steamer basket over boiling water. |
| 2 | Cover and steam for 8 to 12 minutes or until crisp-tender. |
| 3 | Plunge beans into cold water to stop the cooking process; drain. |
| 4 | Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add green onions, and sautรฉ until tender. |
| 5 | Add green beans, walnuts, rosemary, and lemon juice; cook, stirring constantly, until thoroughly heated. |
| 6 | Sprinkle with lemon rind. |
| 7 | Serve immediately. |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 129.5
- Fat Content: 9.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 13.5mg
- Sodium Content: 142.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.6g
- Fiber Content: 4.8g
- Sugar Content: 2.2g
- Protein Content: 3.4g
This Lemon-Walnut Green Beans recipe is a delightful combination of vibrant green beans, crunchy walnuts, fragrant rosemary, and zesty lemon flavors. The simplicity of the preparation makes it perfect for busy weeknights or as a quick addition to any potluck spread. Whether you’re from the South or Sweden, this dish is sure to become a household favorite!
