Fresh green beans, with their bright color and crisp texture, make a delightful side dish or a standalone meal when paired with the aromatic and nutty flavor of gingered walnuts. This combination of flavors and textures creates a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing, and it's easy to make with just a few ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick and healthy weeknight dinner or a delicious dish to impress your guests, this recipe for fresh green beans with gingered walnuts is sure to become a favorite.
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GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUTS
Super yummy dish that can be prepared in advance, and tossed with hot oil just before the dinner is served. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.
Provided by Tina
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the walnuts on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Rinse beans with cold water, and drain well. Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Melt butter or margarine with oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add beans and toss until heated through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add walnuts and parsley and toss. Transfer to bowl and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.7 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 28.1 mg, Sugar 2 g
GREEN BEANS WITH WALNUTS
For a simple side dish that seems nice enough for company, Margaret Wilson of Hemet, California perks up fresh green beans with minced garlic and toasted walnuts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 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. , In a large skillet over medium heat; cook walnuts in oil for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add beans, garlic, seasoned salt and pepper. Cook until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GREEN BEANS WITH FRESH HERBS AND WALNUTS
Provided by Tyler Florence
Categories side-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a big pinch of salt and the green beans. Cook for about 5 minutes, the beans should still be crisp, they will be cooked more in the oven. Drain them and set aside.
- Melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the onions caramelize, about 20 to 25 minutes. Add the thyme, rosemary and chives, and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the green beans and walnuts, and stir well. Season, to taste.
GREEN BEANS WITH GARLIC BUTTER AND WALNUTS
A colorful side dish comes together quickly when you have frozen whole green beans on hand.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook green beans to desired doneness as directed on bag. Drain; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook bell pepper and garlic in butter 2 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until bell pepper is crisp-tender. Stir in walnuts; cook until hot.
- Add green beans; sprinkle with seasoned salt. Cook and stir just until thoroughly heated. Spoon into serving dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
GREEN BEANS WITH GINGER AND GARLIC
Here is a recipe for fresh green beans, boiled just until barely tender and bright green, then tossed in a pan with minced garlic and ginger. The beans can be cooked a day ahead, leaving nothing more to do before the meal than to assemble everything over high heat.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories easy, quick, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, and fill a large bowl with ice water. Working in two batches, boil beans until just tender but still crisp and bright green. Start testing after 4 minutes or so, being careful not to overcook. When done, plunge beans into ice water to stop cooking, lift out immediately when cool and drain on towels. (Recipe can be made to this point up to a day in advance and kept refrigerated, wrapped in towels.)
- When ready to cook, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wide skillet over high heat. Add half the beans, half the ginger and half the garlic, and cook, stirring and tossing constantly, until beans are heated through and ginger and garlic are softened and aromatic. Sprinkle with salt, and remove to a serving dish. Repeat with remaining oil, beans, ginger and garlic. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 88, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 285 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
FRESH GREEN BEANS WITH GINGERED WALNUTS
From The Sugar Solution book-slightly altered. Asparagus, yellow wax beans or broccolini can be substituted for the green beans if you wish. Serve hot or at room temperature. *FRESH* ginger only!
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- On a baking sheet spread the canola oil and heat up in the oven. Once the pan is hot, remove from oven and add the soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic and walnut halves. Stir to coat.
- Bake, stirring occasionally, for about 25 minutes, or until walnuts are browned and crisp.
- Remove the pan from the oven and set the nuts on a paper towel to drain and cool.
- In a medium saucepan, steam the green beans for approximately 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Drain and toss the beans with the toasted walnuts, lime juice and olive oil in a serving bowl.
- Garnish with cilantro leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.5, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 91.3, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 4.4, Protein 5.6
GINGERED GREEN BEANS
Dress up a common vegetable for a quick and nutritious side. "The fresh ginger in this recipe is a wonderful addition to green beans," says Valerie Belley of St. Louise, Missouri.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add the beans. Cover and cook for 3 minutes; drain., In a large skillet, saute the onion, garlic and gingerroot in butter until tender. Add pepper and beans; heat through.
Nutrition Facts :
SIMPLY ELEGANT GREEN BEANS
The recipe title says it all, simple, yet elegant. Wonderful green beans using walnuts, goat cheese and balsamic vinegar. Simple company dish or great for those of us who like to eat as if we were having company! Reduces easily.
Provided by IHeartDogs
Categories Beans
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Steam green beans in boiling water until crisp-tender (4-6 minutes).
- Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat, add walnuts, and toast in oil for about 3 minutes.
- Add green beans, salt and pepper.
- Sauté for about 3 more minutes.
- Add balsamic vinegar, toss with beans and walnuts to thoroughly coat.
- Remove from heat.
- Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese, toss lightly and transfer to serving dish.
GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED WALNUTS AND DRIED-CHERRY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Diane Morgan
Categories Side Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Vinegar Dried Fruit Walnut Green Bean Fall Healthy Low Cholesterol Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk first 6 ingredients and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in small bowl. Mix in dried cherries; set aside. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature; rewhisk before using.
- Fill large bowl with water and ice; set aside. Cook green beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl with ice water; cool. Drain. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels; enclose in resealable plastic bag and chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before continuing.
- Toss green beans, walnuts, and vinaigrette in large bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Transfer to platter and serve.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, tender green beans. Look for beans that are bright green in color and free of blemishes.
- Trim the beans before cooking. Cut off the ends of the beans and remove any strings.
- Cook the beans until they are tender but still have a slight crunch. Overcooking will make the beans mushy.
- Use a variety of cooking methods. Green beans can be boiled, steamed, roasted, or sautéed.
- Add flavor to the beans with herbs, spices, and other ingredients. Some popular additions include garlic, ginger, onion, bacon, and nuts.
- Serve the beans as a side dish or main course. They can also be added to salads, soups, and stews.
Conclusion:
Green beans are versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. With a little creativity, you can create delicious and healthy green bean dishes that your whole family will enjoy.
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