Emeril's Green Beans Creole

Transform your dinner table with the bold flavors of **Emeril's Green Beans Creole**, a vibrantly spiced side dish perfect for lovers of Southern cuisine. Fresh, tender-crisp green beans are simmered in a flavorful medley of sautéed onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic—the classic "holy trinity" of Creole cooking. Infused with zesty Cajun seasoning, earthy smoked paprika, and aromatic thyme, the dish is brought together with juicy diced tomatoes and a splash of rich chicken or vegetable broth. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this stunning vegetable side pairs beautifully with your favorite Creole-inspired entrees or serves as a standalone star. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and delicious way to bring a touch of Louisiana to your kitchen. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this recipe will impress any crowd!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juice, Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the tomato mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the beans are heated through and fully coated in the sauce.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a side dish alongside your favorite Creole-inspired main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1387.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	584.7

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2893.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 17.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 356.0mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2454.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 46.2%