Best 9 Savory Green Beans Recipes

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Green beans, a versatile vegetable, can be prepared in various ways, and one of the most delightful methods is to cook them in a savory manner. Whether you prefer a quick sauté, a hearty casserole, or a vibrant stir-fry, there's a savory green bean recipe out there that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we'll delve into the world of savory green beans, exploring different cooking techniques, flavor combinations, and ingredients that will transform this humble vegetable into a delectable dish that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your green beans to new heights of flavor and satisfaction.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SAVORY SLOW COOKER GREEN BEANS



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Get to your farmers market now! Fresh green beans are slow-cooked in a savory broth. Perfect for your outdoor party.

Provided by Saveur

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 8h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
5 cups chicken broth
2 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 large red onion, sliced on the diagonal
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
1 tablespoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®), or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a small pan and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until almost crisp but not fully cooked, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Place chicken broth, green beans, onion, vinegar, sugar, garlic, black pepper, and seasoned salt in a slow cooker. Add bacon and stir to incorporate fully. Cook on High for 1 hour.
  • Turn slow cooker down to Low and cook for 7 hours more. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve in a large bowl with some of the broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1033.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

SAVORY GREEN BEANS



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Fresh green beans with sweet caramelized shallots and savory Italian pancetta take vegetables to a whole new level.

Provided by Eve

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
3 ounces coarsely chopped pancetta
1 shallot, thinly sliced
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and boil 3 to 4 minutes until just tender. Drain beans and immediately plunge into ice water. Allow to sit in ice water until cold, then drain well, and set aside.
  • Cook pancetta in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, then set aside. Reduce heat to medium, stir shallots into the pancetta fat, and cook gently until the shallots have turned dark golden brown, about 10 minutes. Place pancetta and green beans in skillet; toss and cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 124.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SAVORY GREEN BEANS WITH MUSHROOMS



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When we have family get-togethers, this is the dish I'm always asked to bring.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons minced fresh savory or 2 teaspoons dried savory
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. bring to a boil; cover and steam for 7-9 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the savory, parsley, lemon juice, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt and pepper. Add beans; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SAVORY SESAME GREEN BEANS



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Vibrant and flavorful, this side will be a welcome accompaniment to any menu. With delightful Asian-inspired flair, it's wonderful with light dishes like marinated and grilled salmon. Noelle Myers - Grand Forks, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans and red pepper in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over vegetables; stir to coat., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-25 minutes or until beans are tender, stirring once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 205mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAVORY GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Savory Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by love2cook4u2

Categories     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 lb green beans

Steps:

  • Cook green beans as you normally would in a saucepan of boiling water. (usually take about 5 minutes). Drain beans in colander. When drained put beans in a bowl (with a little extra room for mixing).
  • In a small bowl (seperate from the one the green beans are in) wisk all ingredients except for the olive oil. When all are mixed well pour olive oil in the bowl wisking continuously until the oil is well blended into the mixture.
  • When the sauce is done pour over the beans, then "toss" the beans (salad tongs work the best). Being sure to evenly coat the beans.
  • ~Happy Eatings.

SAVORY GREEN BEANS



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This was my mother's favorite way to fix green beans. She always grew savory in her garden, giving this dish lots of fresh flavor. Not only is it low in fat, but it goes well with just about any main course.-Carol Ann Hayden of Everson, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons minced fresh savory or 2 teaspoons dried savory
1 tablespoon minced chives
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute red pepper in oil for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the green beans, water, savory, chives and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAVORY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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This savory side dish is a wonderful accompaniment to pork, beef and poultry. In season, fresh garden green beans can be substituted for the frozen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules, optional
1 package (16 ounces) frozen whole green beans
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and bouillon if desired to a boil. Add beans. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until beans are tender. In a large skillet, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. Drain beans; add to skillet. Sprinkle with seasoned salt and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GREEN BEANS WITH SAVORY AND BACON



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Categories     turkey     Side     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Green Bean     Self

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

salt
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch lengths
2 oz regular or turkey bacon, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tbsp chopped fresh savory (or fresh oregano)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt. Drop beans in water and cook 3 minutes, then drain in colander. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-low heat, stirring until it renders most of its fat and is nearly crisp. Pour off all but 1 tbsp fat. Add garlic to skillet and cook over medium-low heat for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Raise heat, add beans and savory and toss 1 to 2 minutes to blend flavors. Season with pepper and salt, if needed.

GREEN BEANS WITH SAVORY



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Featuring almonds, a splash of lemon juice and a hint of cayenne pepper, this green bean side would be delicious with just about any main dish. Enjoy! Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups frozen French-style green beans
1/4 cup sliced almonds
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh savory or 1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook green beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute almonds in butter until toasted. , Remove from the heat; stir in the remaining ingredients. Drain beans; add almond mixture and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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Tips for Cooking Green Beans:

- Choose fresh, crisp green beans with no blemishes or bruises. - Trim the ends of the beans and remove any strings. - Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This will help preserve their bright green color. - Sauté the green beans in a little bit of olive oil or butter over medium heat until they are tender, about 5 minutes. - Season the green beans with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings. - Serve the green beans immediately as a side dish or add them to your favorite recipes. ###

Conclusion:

Green beans are a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you prefer them blanched, sautéed, or roasted, there is sure to be a green bean recipe that you will love. With their bright green color and slightly sweet flavor, green beans are a welcome addition to any meal. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give green beans a try!

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