Garlic Green Beans with Manchego
Elevate your side dish game with Garlic Green Beans with Manchego, a simple yet sophisticated recipe that pairs fresh, vibrant green beans with the nutty richness of Manchego cheese. Blanched to perfection, the green beans retain their crisp-tender texture, while a quick sauté in olive oil and fragrant garlic infuses every bite with savory goodness. A generous sprinkling of finely grated Manchego melts slightly over the warm beans, adding a creamy, complex flavor that makes this dish truly unforgettable. For a bright, zesty twist, a drizzle of fresh lemon juice can be added just before serving. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy and elegant recipe is perfect as a holiday side dish, a quick weeknight vegetable, or even a vegetarian main course.
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Ingredients
- 500 g fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 50 g Manchego cheese, finely grated
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends, removing any tough or stringy parts.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water for blanching. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
Step 3
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn bright green and are just tender. Immediately transfer the beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the beans evenly in the garlic and oil, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they are heated through and slightly tender.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the garlic green beans to a serving dish. Sprinkle the grated Manchego cheese evenly on top.
Step 7
Optionally, drizzle with lemon juice for a bright, tangy finish. Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (593.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 619.8 |
| Total Fat 44.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 44.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 630.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.6g | |
| Protein 23.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 10.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 560.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1139.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories