Best 7 Green Beans With Orange Essence And Toasted Pecans Recipes

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Green beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different dishes. This recipe combines the flavors of green beans, orange essence, and toasted pecans to create a unique and flavorful side dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. The orange essence adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the green beans, while the toasted pecans add a nutty crunch. This dish is easy to make and can be served hot or cold, making it a great option for any occasion.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE PECAN GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this orange pecan green beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Beans

Time 26m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 small red onion, sliced thin
1/2 cup chopped pecans
salt, pepper
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped

Steps:

  • bring a medium pot of water to boil . add salt, add green beans, cook 5-6 minutes, drain rinse in cold water to stop cooking, drain on paper towels. in a small bowl whisk together orange juice, mustard and sugar, set aside. in a large skillet melt butter over medium heat add onion and pecans, saute stirring often, until onions are browned and pecans are toasted, 10 minutes.
  • add green beans, season with salt, pepper, thyme, stir. add mustard mixture, lower heat and stir to combine sauce and beans, 1-2 minutes.

GREEN BEANS WITH ORANGE ESSENCE AND TOASTED PECANS



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Easy yet flavorful green beans make a great side dish, especially great for holiday meals. Originally published Nov 2003 in Cooks Illustrated, republished in Costco's Connection magazine in 2011

Provided by mamere94

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 shallots, minced
2/3 teaspoon orange zest
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 lbs green beans
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Toast pecans in 12" non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes or until fragrant. Stir in maple syrup, 1 tbsp butter, and 1/8 tsp salt. Stir constantly until nuts are dry and glossy, then transfer to plate and set aside.
  • Wipe out skillet. Melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in skillet over medium heat. Add shallots, orange zest, and pinch of cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes or until shallots are softened. Stir in flour until combined, then add green beans. Add chicken broth, orange juice, and sage. Increase heat to medium-high, cover, and cook until beans are crisp-tender (about 4 minutes).
  • Uncover and cook about 4 minutes, until beans are tender and sauce has slightly thickened. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to serving dish, sprinkle with pecans, and serve.

ORANGE SCENTED GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Peel of 1 orange
2 pounds trimmed green beans, available in produce department
2 tablespoons butter
Salt
3 tablespoons fresh chives, snipped

Steps:

  • Fill a pan with 2 inches water and bring to a boil. Add orange peel and beans. Cook 5 to 6 minutes, beans should remain bright green with a snap to them. Drain beans and return to pan. Remove peel. Toss with butter, salt and chives then transfer to a serving dish.

GREEN BEANS WITH PECANS



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I collect cookbooks from all over the world and love to try new recipes for my husband or for entertaining friends and family, which we love to do." Pecans, a splash of orange and maple syrup make this side dish something extra-special! -Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon butter
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
BEANS:
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
Dash cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2/3 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans; cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Add syrup and salt; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until pecans are glossy. Spread on foil to cool., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shallots in butter until tender; stir in the flour, orange zest and cayenne. Add the remaining ingredients; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover; cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until beans are crisp-tender. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HONEY ORANGE GREEN BEANS



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These sweet-and-savory green beans are a tasty side dish.

Provided by jennzy910

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons honey
½ orange, zested
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 ½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 dash ground black pepper
1 tablespoon water
2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Stir the honey, orange zest, garlic, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, pepper, and water together in a bowl. Add the green beans and toss to coat. Allow to soak for 20 minutes, mixing every 5 minutes.
  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over low heat; add the green beans to the hot oil and cover the saucepan. Pour the green beans and sauce into the pan and cook, shaking the pan regularly, until the beans are slightly tender, about 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes to the green beans, replace the cover, and continue cooking until the green beans are cooked though yet slightly crispy, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 81.4 mg, Sugar 15 g

GREEN BEANS WITH PECANS, LEMON AND PARSLEY



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Provided by Michael McLaughlin

Categories     Nut     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Lemon     Pecan     Green Bean     Fall     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 pounds green beans, trimmed, halved crosswise
5 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup chopped pecans
4 teaspoons minced lemon peel (yellow part only)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Transfer to bowl of ice water and cool. Drain and pat dry. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Melt butter in large deep skillet over medium heat. Add pecans; sauté until nuts are crisp and butter is lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add beans; toss to heat through, about 5 minutes. Mix in lemon peel; cook 1 minute. Mix in parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl.

GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED PECANS



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Nutty green beans make the perfect side for whatever main dish is on the menu.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
3/4 pound green beans, stem ends removed
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place pecans on a rimmed baking sheet; toast until fragrant, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, set a steamer basket in a large saucepan. Fill with enough water to come just below basket; bring to a simmer. Place green beans in basket; cover, and steam until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer green beans to a serving platter; drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green in color and snap easily when bent.
  • Trim the green beans before cooking: Remove the tough ends of the beans and any strings that may be present.
  • Blanch the green beans briefly: This will help to preserve their color and crisp texture.
  • Use a flavorful orange essence: You can make your own orange essence by combining orange zest, orange juice, and a bit of sugar.
  • Toast the pecans until fragrant: This will bring out their nutty flavor and add a nice crunch to the dish.
  • Serve the green beans warm: This is when they will be at their best flavor and texture.

Conclusion:

Green beans with orange essence and toasted pecans is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The bright citrus flavor of the oranges pairs perfectly with the crisp green beans and toasted pecans, creating a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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