Discover the vibrant flavors of green beans prepared in a delectable citrus butter sauce. This mouthwatering dish combines the crisp texture of green beans with a luscious and aromatic sauce bursting with citrusy brightness and a hint of creamy richness. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, this recipe will elevate your dining experience with its unique and refreshing taste.
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BROCCOLI AND GREEN BEANS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot, bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil. Have ready a large bowl of ice water. Place broccoli into pot and cook for 2 minutes. You just want to parboil the broccoli at this point since you will saute it later on. Using a spider strainer, remove broccoli from pot and shock it in a bowl of ice water. When broccoli is completely cool, place it in a colander and allow to drain. Refresh the bowl of ice water. Bring the water back to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 4 minutes. Like the broccoli, you just want to parboil the green beans. Remove green beans from pot with spider strainer and add to ice water. When green beans are completely cool, add them to the colander and allow to drain.
- In a large saute pan, heat olive oil. When almost smoking, add the garlic and saute for about 45 seconds. When the garlic starts to brown, remove immediately and discard. Overcooking the garlic will impart a very bitter taste to the dish. Add the red pepper flakes, broccoli and green beans to the pan and cook for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
BUTTERY GARLIC GREEN BEANS
Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.
Provided by LookWhatsCooking
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans start to soften, about 5 minutes. Drain water. Add butter to green beans; cook and stir until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Cook and stir garlic with green beans until garlic is tender and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with lemon pepper and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 222.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
CITRUS-BACON GREEN BEANS
Green beans are bland. Mix it up with citrus juices and bacon bits for a new taste! Seasonings can be added as desired for taste!
Provided by cncaswell
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir green beans into melted butter. Add lemon juice and lime juice; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Stir bacon bits into green beans and simmer until beans are heated through and flavors blend, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 1044.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
GREEN BEANS WITH CITRUS BUTTER SAUCE
Categories Bean Vegetable Low/No Sugar Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain well. Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add orange peel, lemon peel, and garlic and stir 1 minute. Add broth and simmer 1 minute. Add butter and beans. Toss until beans are heated through and sauce coats beans, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
GREEN BEANS WITH GLAZED SHALLOTS IN LEMON-DILL BUTTER
In 15 minutes, you can cook fresh green beans and coat them with a citrus butter sauce. A super side dish!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, heat 1 to 2 inches water to boiling. Add beans; boil uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; return to Dutch oven.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add shallots; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Stir in sugar. Cook 2 to 3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until shallots are glazed and brown. Stir in lemon juice, dill weed and salt.
- Add shallot mixture to green beans; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
CITRUS GREEN BEANS
The great citrus flavor in this side dish really perks up green beans. Try using lemon peel, or a combination of orange and lemon, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place green beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Transfer beans to a small bowl. Add the oil, zest, salt and pepper; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 41mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON BUTTER
Try substituting green beans with haricots verts or wax beans in this recipe, depending on what's available at the market.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Fill a medium (3-quart) saucepan three-quarters full of cold water. Set over high heat, and bring to a boil. Add salt and beans. Cook until water returns to a boil and beans are tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and drain.
- Immediately return beans to saucepan. Add butter and zest. Toss; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl; serve warm.
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON-HERB BUTTER
Here's a new herb and citrus twist to jazz up classic green beans.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook green beans as directed on package; drain.
- Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat until melted and beginning to brown; immediately remove from heat. Stir in lemon peel, marjoram and salt. Pour over beans; toss to coat. Garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1/2 g
GREEN BEANS IN LEMON CHIFFON SAUCE
A light citrus sauce drapes the fresh green beans in this delicious side dish. It goes well with chicken, turkey or a roast anytime of year. - Marian Platt, Sequim, Washington.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place beans in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the cornstarch, broth, and cheese until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot filling into eggs; return all to pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Add butter, one piece at a time, whisking after each addition until butter is melted. , Remove from the heat. Gently stir in the lemon juice, parsley and onion. Drain beans; top with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- For the freshest flavor, use young, tender green beans. Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them.
- If you don't have fresh lemon juice, you can use bottled lemon juice. However, fresh lemon juice will give your sauce a brighter, more vibrant flavor.
- If you don't have white wine, you can use chicken broth or vegetable broth. However, white wine will add a subtle acidity to the sauce that helps to balance out the richness of the butter.
- Be careful not to overcook the green beans. They should be cooked through but still slightly crunchy.
- Serve the green beans in citrus butter sauce immediately. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Conclusion:
Green beans in citrus butter sauce is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The bright, citrusy flavor of the sauce complements the tender green beans perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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