Best 9 Quick Herbed Green Beans Recipes

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Green beans are a versatile and nutritious vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One of the quickest and easiest ways to cook green beans is to sauté them with fresh herbs. This simple dish can be served as a side dish or as a main course with a protein of your choice. The fresh herbs add a bright and flavorful touch to the green beans, making them a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY HERBED GREEN BEANS



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An assortment of herbs adds a refreshing burst of flavor to this easy green bean dish. You can serve it in moments, and it goes so well with just about any main course. -Ann Bassett of Nashville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
2 teaspoons butter
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onion in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes. Stir in green beans and seasonings. Cook and stir 6-8 minutes longer or until beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 524mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HERBED GREEN BEANS



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Based on a recipe from a McCormick Spices for Health pamphlet extoling the power of super spices as natural antioxidants.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, finely crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon sea salt, freshly ground
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add beans to medium saucepan with water to cover and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. Return beans to pan.
  • Add vinegar, oil, and spices to pan, tossing with beans.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.3, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 153.2, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 2.1

HERBED FRESH GREEN BEANS



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These beans take just moments to prepare in the microwave, making them perfect after a busy day, when you're low on energy and time. -Lucinda Walker of Somerset, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
4-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a microwave-safe dish. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over beans and toss to coat. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until beans are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN BEANS WITH FRESH HERBS AND WALNUTS



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 pounds green beans
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 large onions, sliced thin
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a big pinch of salt and the green beans. Cook for about 5 minutes, the beans should still be crisp, they will be cooked more in the oven. Drain them and set aside.
  • Melt the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the onions caramelize, about 20 to 25 minutes. Add the thyme, rosemary and chives, and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the green beans and walnuts, and stir well. Season, to taste.

HERBED GREEN BEANS WITH WARM MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE



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Green beans are tossed with a mustard vinaigrette and raisin-nut croutons. Sweet and sour never tasted so garden-fresh!

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces rustic raisin-nut bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (2 cups)
Coarse salt
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons minced shallot (from 1 to 2 shallots)
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus small sprigs for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, tossing once, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook green beans until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain; return beans to pot.
  • In a small saucepan, mix together shallot, mustard, and vinegar, then whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream. Heat mixture over low, whisking constantly, just until warm.
  • Toss beans with vinaigrette, toasted bread, and chopped dill. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Transfer to a platter, garnish with dill sprigs, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 145 g

GREEN BEANS WITH HERB DRESSING



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This is a quick, easy and flavorful Thanksgiving favorite in our family, and can be served hot or cold (we prefer hot). Credit goes to Aunt Nell and Cousin Mandi for this one! Mix a chopped tomato into the green beans after steaming, if desired.

Provided by Drew

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix green onions, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, white sugar, mustard, basil, oregano, marjoram and pepper.
  • Place green beans in a steaming basket. Steam in a medium saucepan over boiling water 5 minutes, or to desired tenderness.
  • Place green beans in a medium serving dish. Pour dressing mixture over the beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 199.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

GREEN BEANS WITH HERBS



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This is a simple way to serve garden green beans with summer herbs. Adapted from New Mexico Magazine (March 2004)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup water
2 -3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon rosemary, chopped (or use 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1 tablespoon basil, chopped (or use 1/2 teaspoon dried)

Steps:

  • Place beans and water in sauce pan and bring to a boil.
  • Cook for 6-8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain and return to pan.
  • Add remaining ingredients to pan.
  • Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

HARICOTS VERTS (THIN FRENCH GREEN BEANS) WITH HERB BUTTER



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By mixing butter, shallots, fresh herbs, and lemon juice together right in the serving bowl, you get an instant dressing on contact with hot haricots verts that you toss in at the last minute. Nothing could be simpler, or more packed with flavor.

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Herb     Side     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Green Bean     Winter     Boil     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
3 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
2 teaspoons finely chopped tarragon
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 lb haricots verts or other green beans, trimmed

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients except haricots verts with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl until combined well.
  • Cook beans in a large pot of boiling salted water (1 tablespoon salt for 6 quarts water), uncovered, until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes, then drain. Toss with herb butter.
  • Do Ahead
  • Herb butter can be made ahead and chilled, covered, 3 days or frozen, rolled into a cylinder in plastic wrap and kept in a sealed bag, 1 week. Haricots verts can be trimmed 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealed bag lined with paper towels.

GARLIC AND HERB GREEN BEANS



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Are you "bean" good about eating your veggies? Try this flavorful new way to prepare the basic.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound green beans
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olive, cut in half

Steps:

  • Place beans in 1 inch of water in 2-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain.
  • Heat butter, oregano, garlic and salt in same saucepan over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Add beans and olives; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 170 mg

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when you bend them. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Trim the beans: Before cooking, trim the ends of the beans. You can also remove the strings from the beans if desired, but this is not necessary.
  • Cook the beans quickly: Green beans are best when cooked quickly. Overcooking can make them mushy. Blanching the beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes is a great way to cook them quickly and evenly.
  • Season the beans well: Green beans are a blank canvas for flavor. Experiment with different herbs, spices, and seasonings to find your favorite combination. Some popular options include garlic, lemon, butter, Parmesan cheese, and bacon.
  • Serve the beans immediately: Green beans are best served hot or warm. You can also chill them and serve them cold as a salad.

Conclusion:

Green beans are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their quick cooking time and mild flavor, they are a great addition to any meal. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a more creative main course, there is a green bean recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty vegetable to cook, reach for some green beans.

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