Cajun String Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these bold and zesty Cajun String Green Beans! Perfectly tender-crisp green beans are sautéed with a flavorful blend of butter, olive oil, and aromatics like onion and garlic, then coated in a tantalizing mix of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vibrant, Southern-inspired recipe is an irresistible combination of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors. Whether you’re serving them alongside grilled meats, roasted chicken, or seafood, these green beans are sure to steal the spotlight on your dinner table.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter melts and starts to bubble.
Step 3
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Step 4
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat in the butter and oil mixture.
Step 6
Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the green beans. Toss well to distribute the spices evenly.
Step 7
Cook the green beans for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Step 8
Drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked green beans and give them a final toss.
Step 9
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish to your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (637.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 542.1 |
| Total Fat 38.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 65.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1467.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.3g | |
| Protein 10.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 217.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1209.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories