Looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy green beans and zucchini? This article will provide you with the perfect recipe for a flavorful dish that combines the crisp texture of green beans, the tender sweetness of zucchini, and the tangy richness of a homemade sauce verte. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll have a delightful side dish or light main course that's sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to discover the perfect balance of flavors and textures in this green beans and zucchini with sauce verte recipe!
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GREEN BEANS AND ZUCCHINI WITH SAUCE VERTE
Provided by Jeanne Kelley
Categories Blender Side Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Basil Green Bean Zucchini Summer Parsley Capers Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For sauce verte:
- Blend first 7 ingredients in processor until finely chopped. With machine running, gradually add olive oil. Process until coarse puree forms. Season sauce verte to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
- For vegetables:
- Heat oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add vegetables; stir until coated. Sprinkle with salt and 3 tablespoons water. Cover; cook vegetables until almost crisp-tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Uncover; cook until vegetables are just tender, about 2 minutes longer. Stir in enough sauce verte to coat vegetables generously. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Garnish with parsley and serve.
GREEN BEANS WITH ZUCCHINI
This tasty combination appears on my table often, especially when zucchini is so abundant. -Gladys De Boer, Castleford, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 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, saute onion in butter for 3 minutes or until crisp tender. Add zucchini; saute for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the bacon, beans, salt and pepper; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
GREEN BEANS WITH ZUCCHINI AND BACON
A recipe from a Mennonite cookbook "Cooking from Quilt Country" that sounds really tasty. I wanted to save this before I have to return the book to the library. (I have adjusted the amount of oil called for in the recipe, from 3 tbsp to 1-2 tbsp, based upon reviews.)
Provided by mums the word
Categories Beans
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Wash and snap green beans, then steam 3-4 minutes - should still be a bit firm.
- Drain and set aside in covered bowl.
- In large skillet, saute bacon until crisp, remove with slotted spoon and set aside.
- To the skillet, add enough oil to make about 1-2 tbsp of fat in the pan and saute onion, zucchini and the savoury or thyme.
- Cook over medium-high heat until crisp-tender (4 min) and stir in beans, bacon, salt and pepper and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.4, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 3.6, Sodium 55.9, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.3, Protein 3.3
ZUCCHINI BEAN SALAD
A fun combination of good-for-you ingredients makes up Zucchini Bean Salad from Carol Waugh of Bellingham, Washington. It's fresh-tasting and tangy, thanks to the light coating of vinaigrette. You can make this salad ahead and chill for a few hours before serving.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place green beans in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water., In a large bowl, combine the green beans, kidney beans, zucchini, green pepper and onions. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, sugar, seasoned salt and pepper. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover and chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEK STEWED POTATOES, GREEN BEANS, AND ZUCCHINI
I got this from Nava Atlas' Vegetarian Kitchen web site. I only changed from crumbling the feta onto the stew after serving to putting the crumbled feta directly into the stew after cooking.
Provided by Rob R.
Categories Stew
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot or steep-sided stir-fry pan.
- Add the onion and sauté until it is golden.
- Add the potatoes and water.
- Bring to a simmer, then cook, covered, over medium heat until the potato chunks are about half-done, about 15 minutes.
- Add the zucchini, green beans, tomatoes, and oregano.
- Simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender.
- Stir in the dill combination, Cut the feta cheese into chunks and put into the stew.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut green beans and zucchini from the grocery store.
- For a more flavorful dish, use fresh herbs such as basil, thyme, or oregano.
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- Serve the green beans and zucchini with a side of rice, pasta, or quinoa.
Conclusion:
This green beans and zucchini with sauce verte is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The bright flavors of the green beans and zucchini are complemented perfectly by the creamy sauce verte. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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