Best 2 French String Beans Recipes

French string beans, also known as haricots verts, are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. They are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they can be enjoyed as a side dish, in salads, or as a main course. If you're looking for a tasty and healthy way to enjoy this classic vegetable, look no further! This article will provide you with the best recipes for cooking french string beans, so you can enjoy them in all their glory.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRENCH STRING BEANS/ GREEN BEANS, TOMATO & BASIL SALAD

French String Beans/ Green Beans, Tomato & Basil Salad image

Hey Vegetarians and Side Salad hunters, here's a recipe for you ! This is a Jacques Pepin recipe. This is a family favorite. Just think of all the VITAMINS! If you follow the directions carefully, you will have a mouthwatering, beautifully arranged salad of green, white, and red on a plate. Enjoy !

Provided by Polar Bear

Categories Beans

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 lb thin string bean
2 tablespoons good quality red wine vinegar (preferably Italian or French)
3 tablespoons peanut oil or 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil
salt and pepper
3 large fresh tomatoes
1/3 cup virgin olive oil
1/3 cup thinly sliced onion, for garnish
15 -20 basil leaves

Steps:

Place approximately 1/2 inch of water in a medium-sized stainless steel saucepan and add about 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Bring to a boil.
Add the string beans.
Cover and bring to a strong boil for 5 minutes.
They just turn crunchy, cooked and a wonderful green (not brownish!).
Using a skimmer, lift the beans from the pan and spread them on a large plate to cook off.
Toss the beans with 2 tbsp white wine vinegar and oil.
Season and set aside.
Peel the tomatoes if desired but it is not necessary.
Slice crosswise very thinly.
Place the seasoned string beans in the center of a large platter and arrange the slices of tomatoes around.
Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper.
Tomatoes need a lot of salt.
Then sprinkle with vinegar and oil.
Wash the fresh basil leaves and separate the leaves.
Pile the largest leaves together.
Roll the leaves into a tight bundle and slice them into very thin, long strips.
Cut the onion into very thin slices and separate the slices into individual rings.
With the beans at the center of the plate, sprinkle the onions on top, surround the green beans with tomato slices, and then arrange the sliced basil leaves around it forming a border.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.4, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 4.3, Sodium 14.8, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 6, Sugar 5.8, Protein 3.6

FRENCH STRING BEANS

French String Beans image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 pound French string beans, both ends removed
Kosher salt
1 red onion, large- diced
1/2 red bell pepper, large diced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, large diced
Good olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
Blanch the string beans in a large pot of boiling salted water for just 4 minutes. Drain immediately and immerse in a large bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. When they are cool, drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl toss the onion and bell peppers together with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, tossing with a spatula from time to time to be sure the vegetables roast evenly.
Just before serving, reheat the string beans in a large saute pan drizzled with a little olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and arrange on a platter. Spoon the roasted vegetables over the string beans and serve hot or at room temperature.

Tips:

For best results, choose fresh, young string beans that are bright green and snap easily when bent.
Trim the ends of the string beans before cooking.
Blanching string beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to preserve their color and crispness.
String beans can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, steaming, sautéing, and roasting.
Season string beans with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
String beans are a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and potassium.

Conclusion:

French string beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes. With their mild flavor and crisp texture, they are a great addition to salads, soups, stews, and casseroles. They can also be roasted, grilled, or sautéed for a more flavorful side dish. No matter how you choose to prepare them, French string beans are a healthy and delicious way to add more vegetables to your diet.