Best 10 Grilled Green Beans And Red Onion Recipes

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Whether you're cooking for a family dinner or a backyard barbecue, grilled green beans and red onion are a must-have side dish. Simple yet bursting with flavor, this combination of fresh, crisp green beans and sweet, slightly spicy red onions is a side dish with a smoky twist. Plus, with just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you'll have this delicious dish on the table in no time.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED RED ONIONS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 large red onion
Light colored oil such as peanut, vegetable or canola, for drizzling
Steak seasoning blend or coarse salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Trim the a thin slice off the side of the whole, unpeeled onion. Set the onion flat on the cut surface for stability. Cut the onion into 4 (1-inch thick) slices. Remove the outer ring of skin from each slice. Drizzle the sliced onion with light colored oil and season both sides with steak seasoning or salt and pepper, to taste. Grill on hot grill or on a nonstick griddle for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until onion is tender and has begun to caramelize.

GRILLED FRESH GREEN BEANS



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Fresh veggies with a fresh grilled flavor just doesn't get any better.

Provided by Lynns Kitchen

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh green beans
1 small onion, sliced
2 slices bacon, cut into quarters, or more to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 pinch salt-free seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash), or to taste
1 portobello mushroom, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine green beans, onion, and bacon in a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over green beans mixture and season with seasoning blend; stir to coat. Transfer green beans mixture to a grilling basket or wok.
  • Place green beans mixture on the preheated grill and cook, stirring every 10 minutes, until tender, about 30 minutes. Add mushroom to green beans mixture and cook until tender, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 113.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

GRILLED GREEN BEANS



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I cook almost everything outdoors, including green beans. I prepare this snappy side dish while the entree is cooking. The recipe has won over my picky eaters. -Carol Traupman-Carr, Breinigsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 small shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Add beans; cook, uncovered, just until crisp-tender, 2-3 minutes. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water., In a small skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add shallot; cook and stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Remove from heat. Drain beans and pat dry., In a large bowl, combine beans, shallot mixture and cheese; toss to coat. Transfer to a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square) coated with cooking spray. Fold foil around beans, sealing tightly., Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted, 7-9 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED GREEN BEANS



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Simple and easy grilled green beans. A great way to use up those garden green beans while grilling on a nice summer evening. Incredibly tasty and simple!

Provided by Kassie Calvin Caminiti

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine green beans, olive oil, garlic, and salt in a bowl; toss to coat. Allow green beans to marinate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Arrange green beans on a grill pan.
  • Place grill pan on preheated grill; cook and stir green beans until lightly charred, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 487.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

GRILLED GREEN BEANS AND RED ONION



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Toss these vegetables in the grill wok make for a quick and satisfying side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 red onion, cut into 8 wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper
3/4 pound trimmed green beans

Steps:

  • In bowl, toss 1 red onion, cut into 8 wedges, with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook in hot wok until caramelized on one side, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • In bowl, toss 3/4 pound trimmed green beans with 1 tablespoon oil. Flip onions; put beans on top. Cook until beans are tender, 5 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 2 g

GRILLED RED ONIONS AND GREEN BEANS



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A quick side dish you can cook on your grill alongside your main dish. This recipe requires a grill wok.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Onions

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 red onion, cut into 8 wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper
3/4 lb green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon oil

Steps:

  • In bowl, toss 1 red onion, cut into 8 wedges, with 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook in hot grill wok until caramelized on one side, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • In bowl, toss 3/4 pound trimmed green beans with 1 tablespoon oil. Flip onions; put beans on top. Cook until beans are tender, 5 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.9, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 6, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.4, Protein 1.8

GREEN BEANS WITH CARAMELIZED RED ONIONS



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Provided by William Viets

Categories     Bean     Onion     Side     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Boil     Bon Appétit     Massachusetts     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds red onions, thinly sliced
1 pound slender green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dried tarragon

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; sauté until deep brown, about 35 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Cook beans in medium pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain; rinse under cold water until cool, then pat dry.
  • Whisk remaining 3 tablespoons oil in vinegar and tarragon in large bowl to blend. Add beans and onions and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

GRILLED GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH RED ONIONS AND TOMATOES



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This is a great side dish, especially with grilled entrees. It can be made ahead and thrown together before serving. Time does not include marinating time. From Bon Appetit RSVP section, Tuscany Grill, Portland, OR.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 large garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 lb green beans, trimmed (haricot verts)
1 1/2 cups red onions, thinly sliced
3 plum tomatoes, seeded, julienned

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. Place garlic cloves in small baking dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over. Cover and bake garlic until tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until garlic is golden brown, about 10 minutes longer. Cool.
  • Peel garlic. Transfer garlic and oil to processor. Process until smooth paste forms. Add vinegar; process until well blended. Transfer to medium bowl. Gradually add 1/4 cup oil, whisking until dressing is thick and smooth. Stir in basil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; transfer beans to large bowl of ice water. Drain; pat dry with paper towels. Toss beans in a large bowl with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Dressing and beans can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate).
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Grill or broil beans until beginning to brown, turning frequently, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add onions and tomatoes. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve salad at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.7, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 9.3, Carbohydrate 13.9, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.7, Protein 2.7

GRILLED GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH RED ONIONS AND TOMATOES



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Categories     Salad     Food Processor     Bean     Garlic     Onion     Tomato     Side     Fourth of July     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 large garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 1/2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 pound haricots verts or other thin green beans, trimmed
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced red onions
3 plum tomatoes, seeded, cut into matchstick-size strips (about 1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place garlic cloves in small baking dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over. Cover and bake garlic until tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until garlic is golden brown, about 10 minutes longer. Cool. Peel garlic. Transfer garlic and oil to processor. Process until smooth paste forms. Add vinegar; process until well blended. Transfer to medium bowl. Gradually add 1/4 cup oil, whisking until dressing is thick and smooth. Stir in basil. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Cook beans in large pot of boiling salted water until just crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; transfer beans to large bowl of ice water. Drain; pat dry with paper towels. Toss beans in large bowl with remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. (Dressing and beans can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Grill or broil beans until beginning to brown, turning frequently, about 2 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add onions and tomatoes. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Serve salad at room temperature.

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS AND RED ONION



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Red onion adds color and tanginess to this sauteed green-bean side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/8 teaspoon ground pepper
1 pound green beans, trimmed and halved
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, bring 1 cup water, oil, salt, and pepper to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Add green beans and onion. Cover, and cook until beans are crisp-tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Uncover, and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until water has evaporated, beans are tender, and onions are beginning to brown, 5 to 8 minutes more. Stir in vinegar and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Trim the ends of the green beans. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired.
  • Cut the red onion into thin slices.
  • Toss the green beans and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill the green beans and red onion over medium heat until the beans are tender and slightly charred.
  • Serve the grilled green beans and red onion immediately.

Conclusion:

Grilled green beans and red onion is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy your vegetables. This dish is also very versatile. You can add other vegetables to it, such as zucchini, squash, or bell peppers. You can also change the seasonings to your liking. For example, you could add garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika. No matter how you choose to make it, grilled green beans and red onion is a dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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