Best 6 Dressed Up Italian Green Beans Recipes
Dressed up Italian green beans are a restaurant-worthy side dish that is surprisingly simple to make at home. With just a few fresh ingredients and a little time, you can create a dish that will impress your family and friends. These green beans are cooked until tender-crisp, then tossed in a flavorful dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. Serve these beans as a side dish to your favorite main course, or enjoy them as a light and healthy snack.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN GREEN BEANS
When I was first married, I wasn't a great cook. Twenty years later, I have many dishes I'm proud of, including this family favorite. Basil, oregano and Romano cheese give these beans their Italian accent. I serve them with broiled steak, pork roast, lamb chops or pork chops. -Andrea Ibzag, Gordon, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, water, oregano, basil, sugar, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 40 minutes., Meanwhile, place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Add tomato mixture and cheese; cook for 5 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ITALIAN GREEN BEANS
Provided by Sandra Lee
Time 13m
Yield 4 serving
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook the green beans in the microwave according to package instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, a generous pinch of salt and pepper and saute for 2 minutes. Add the green beans, toss to coat them in the oil and saute another 2 minutes. Serve hot.
DRESSED UP ITALIAN GREEN BEANS
Green beans were never a favorite vegetable of mine, until I tasted this version of them. Try to use fresh green beans, but frozen will work in a pinch. This is wonderful with asparagus also!
Provided by yooper
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash beans, trim ends and remove strings.
- Combine beans and water in a dutch oven.
- Bring to a boil.
- cover, reduce heat and simmer 6 to 8 minutes until crisp-tender.
- drain.
- Plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain beans and set aside.
- Saute mushrooms and next 7 ingredients in oil in a Dutch oven.
- Stir in beans and cook until thoroughly heated.
- sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
DRESSED-UP FRENCH GREEN BEANS
Our Test Kitchen adds lemon juice, bacon crumbles and Dijon mustard to transform everyday green beans into a standout partner for any entree. Plus, it couldn't be easier to make!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook green beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain beans; add bacon mixture and gently stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MARILYN'S GREEN BEANS ITALIANO
These string beans are terrific as a side dish to any Italian main course. They are a staple in my kitchen.
Provided by MARILYN PERZIK
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the green beans in a saucepan with a lid and pour enough water over the beans to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover; simmer until the beans are tender but still crisp, about 10 minutes. Drain. Spread the beans onto paper towels to dry.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; stir the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese into the melted butter. Reduce heat to low; add the beans and cook and stir until the beans are heated through and the crumbs are beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle the parsley over the mixture to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 23.4 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 282.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
GARLIC ITALIAN GREEN BEANS
An easy way to prepare green beans that will usually even get those who don't like green beans to eat them :) These come a little better if you thaw the green beans first -in fridge for a few hours, or if time constricted - I have popped them in the microwave for a few minutes. The measurements for dry ingredients are approximate - you can play with them an adjust to your own taste - I usually don't measure mine. This recipe doubles well.
Provided by BeIIa
Categories Beans
Time 1h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Saute fresh garlic in the oil for a few minutes, but don't let garlic start to brown.
- Add green beans in and stir them to coat with the oil.
- Sprinkle all dry ingredients on the green beans except the parm cheese.
- Cover and let saute for about an hour, stirring occasionaly.
- When green beans lose the bright green color and become tender, turn off the heat an sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Serve and enjoy! Delicious!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.1, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 244.9, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.6
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans. Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them.
- Trim the green beans before cooking. Remove the tough ends of the beans and any strings that may be present.
- Blanch the green beans before sautéing. This will help them retain their color and crispness.
- Use a large skillet or sauté pan. This will give the green beans plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Sauté the green beans over medium-high heat. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
- Add your favorite seasonings to the green beans. Garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil are all classic choices.
- Serve the green beans immediately. They are best when they are hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Dressed-up Italian Green Beans are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them simple or dressed up with additional ingredients, these green beans are sure to be a hit at your next meal.
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