GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS

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Crisp-tender green beans are tossed with shallot, toasted pine nuts and a simple dressing of lemon and olive oil.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
1 shallot, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Juice and zest of 1/2 a lemon
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes, add the shallot in the last 30 seconds of cooking time. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the olive oil, lemon juice, zest and pine nuts and toss well. Season with salt and pepper.
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kitso molale
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This dish was a disappointment. It didn't have much flavor.


Kristina Marie Brioso
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I thought this dish was just okay. I've had better.


Zabi Raja
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my green beans turned out mushy.


Shiba Endri
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shahria Alam
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I love the bright and cheerful color of this dish.


Sanyaa Sanyaa
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's healthy too.


Janam Feda
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Shah Saab
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some garlic and chili flakes next time.


Aaron Brotdf
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The pine nuts were a bit too expensive for me, so I used chopped walnuts instead.


Mike Hawk
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This dish was a bit too lemony for my taste, but I think I just added too much.


Roshan Kushwaha
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I've never been a big fan of green beans, but this dish changed my mind.


Sebitho Seitshiro
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I love that this dish can be made with simple ingredients that I usually have on hand.


Kervin Bahena
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This dish is so easy to make and it's healthy too.


Aaron Petsiger
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The combination of flavors in this dish is fantastic. The lemon adds a bright acidity, the pine nuts add a nutty richness, and the green beans tie it all together.


Robyn Tendo
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I've made this dish a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Baaba Funcky
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This dish was a hit! The green beans were perfectly cooked and the lemon and pine nuts added a delicious flavor.


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