If you're looking for a quick and easy side dish that packs a punch of flavor, tangy green beans are the perfect choice. This classic Southern dish is made with fresh green beans, tangy vinegar, and a few simple spices. The result is a delicious and refreshing side dish that will complement any meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and nutritious side dish that will be a hit at your next gathering.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SWEET & TANGY SALMON WITH GREEN BEANS
I'm always up for new ways to cook salmon. In this dish, a sweet sauce gives the fish and green beans some down-home barbecue tang. Even our kids love it. -Aliesha Caldwell, Robersonville, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place fillets in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. In a small skillet, melt butter; stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, mustard, oil, pepper and salt. Brush half of the mixture over salmon., Place green beans in a large bowl; drizzle with remaining brown sugar mixture and toss to coat. Arrange green beans around fillets. Roast until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork and green beans are crisp-tender, 14-16 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 661mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SWEET AND TANGY GREEN BEANS
Sweet and tangy! This is a wonderful alternative to plain green beans or green bean casserole. It is quick and easy to make. Gives a unique twist to a traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Provided by ODIEZMA
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Fry the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Remove bacon, and set aside while reserving the grease in the pan. Stir the sugar, vinegar and onion into the bacon grease, and reduce the heat to medium. Add the beans, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the beans have reached your desired doneness. Crumble the bacon over the top before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 145.4 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
TANGY BACON GREEN BEANS
My grandmother's Pennsylvania Dutch-style recipe turns plain old green beans into a tangy cross between three-bean and German potato salads. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. With a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings. , In same pan, saute onions in drippings over medium heat until tender and lightly browned, 7-9 minutes. In a bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until smooth; add to pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Drain beans and add to warm dressing; toss and heat through. Top with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
TANGY GREEN BEANS
This vegetable side dish is delicately dressed with white wine vinegar and subtle mustard and garlic seasonings, rather than swimming in butter and salt.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans and red pepper in a basket over 1 in. of boiling water in a saucepan. Cover and steam for 7-8 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the remaining ingredients. Transfer bean mixture to a serving bowl; add vinaigrette and stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TANGY GREEN BEANS
This is such a quick and easy recipe and is so tasty. I just can't eat plain green beans after trying this.
Provided by Chris from Kansas
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a skillet, heat beans; drain.
- Add butter, sugar, vinegar and salt.
- Heat through, stirring occasionally.
- Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.
TANGY GREEN BEANS FIT FOR A DIABETIC
This recipe originally came from the Mayo Clinic so you know that it has be be good for you. Prep time will be longer if using fresh beans.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Beans
Time 23m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook beans and red peppers in a steamer basket over water until crisp-tender.
- Whisk together all remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
- Transfer beans to a serving bowl.
- Add dressing and stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 88.9, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3, Protein 1.7
TANGY GREEN BEANS
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine - 2 T. prepared mustard 2 T. sugar 1/3 c. butter 1/2 t. salt Heat mustard, sugar, butter and salt slowly, stirring constantly. Stir in lemon juice & vinegar Pour over hot cooked green beans
Tips:
- Choose fresh, crisp green beans. Look for beans that are evenly colored and free of blemishes.
- Trim the green beans before cooking. Remove the tough ends of the beans.
- Cook the green beans until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- Use a variety of cooking methods. Green beans can be boiled, steamed, roasted, or grilled.
- Add flavor to the green beans with a variety of ingredients. Some popular choices include garlic, onion, bacon, almonds, and Parmesan cheese.
Conclusion:
Green beans are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a little creativity, you can create a variety of dishes that will please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, reach for some green beans. You won't be disappointed!
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