In the realm of culinary delights, the harmonious marriage of oregano, green beans, and toasted pine nuts yields a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. This classic dish, a timeless testament to the transformative power of simple ingredients, offers a delectable dance of textures and aromas that will leave you yearning for more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, the journey of creating this culinary masterpiece is one that promises both enjoyment and a delectable reward.
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OREGANO GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS
This super easy side dish is a wonderful picnic or potluck recipe. It's a beautiful, surprising mix that leaves guests and family raving. You can substitute any kind of nut for the pine nuts or even replace them with fresh berries. -Wolfgang Hanau, West Palm Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 5h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients except pine nuts. Cook, covered, on low until beans are tender, 5-6 hours. Remove with a slotted spoon. Top with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges
GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 27m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Saute 1 sliced red onion in a skillet with olive oil, 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 pound green beans; cook 5 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water and salt and pepper to taste; cook until the beans are tender, 7 minutes. Stir in 3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts; season with salt and pepper.
GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS
Steps:
- Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook until just heated through, stir in pine nuts and season with salt and pepper to taste.
GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS
Categories Bean Nut Vegetable Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Lemon Pine Nut Vegan Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook beans in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 5 minutes, then drain well in a colander. Transfer to a bowl and toss with nuts, parsley, zest, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
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 GARLIC AND PINE NUTS
I found this in the New York Daily News and made it for Thanksgiving dinner. It was the only thing I didn't have any leftovers of. I made it with frozen french cut green beans.
Provided by Carmella D
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring for 1 minute. Add the pine nuts and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- Drain the green beans and transfer to the skillet add ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper and toss to coat. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Make-ahead note: This dish can be prepared up to 2 days in advance. Blanch the green beans by boiling until tender. Plunge them into an ice bath to stop the cooking. Drain and refrigerate, covered until ready to sauté with the garlic and pine nuts. Cook the green beans until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.3, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 7.3, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 3.2
GREEN BEANS FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION
This green bean dish can be served for a special occasion or for everyday just to tell your loved ones they are special. So simple!
Provided by ISBLESSED
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and pine nuts, and saute until lightly browned.
- Place the green beans in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain, and toss with the garlic and pine nuts to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 292.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
ROASTED GREEN BEANS WITH GREEK DRESSING
I found this wonderfully tempting recipe in Cuisine Magazine. Serving suggestions include serving with lamb, grilled steak or salmon. Enjoy!
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Beans
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Snap off tips of beans at the stem end; place beans and nuts in single layers on two baking sheets.
- Drizzle with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Toss to coat.
- Roast beans in lower half of oven 5 minutes; stir and roast 5 more minutes.
- In a large bowl; whisk vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle in oil; add sliced onion.
- Toss roasted beans and walnuts in dressing, then transfer to a large serving platter or individual plates.
- Garnish beans with crumbled feta; serve warm or at room temperature.
CARAMELIZED GREEN BEANS WITH PINE NUTS
Give sauteed green beans a buttery crunch with pine nuts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-low. Add green beans; partially cover, and cook, tossing occasionally, until green beans are tender and browned in spots, 30 minutes. Add pine nuts; cook until nuts are toasted, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 4 g
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh oregano leaves. If you only have dried oregano, use half the amount.
- You can toast the pine nuts in a pan on the stovetop over medium heat, or in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes.
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- Serve oregano green beans with toasted pine nuts as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or steak.
Conclusion:
Oregano green beans with toasted pine nuts is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The green beans are cooked until tender and then tossed with oregano, garlic, and toasted pine nuts. The result is a dish that is both healthy and delicious.
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