Green Beans with Garlic and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with this enticing recipe for Green Beans with Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes—a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious! Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and then tossed in a skillet with fragrant sautéed garlic, sweet and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a hint of zesty lemon. A touch of salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes enhances the natural flavors, creating a dish that’s both savory and refreshing. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe balances simplicity and elegance, making it ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, it’s a nutritious, gluten-free, and vegetarian side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or even pasta.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.333 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set them aside.
Step 2
Slice the sun-dried tomatoes into thin strips and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain and set aside.
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 6
Stir in the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute to release their flavor.
Step 7
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic and sun-dried tomato mixture.
Step 8
Sprinkle in the lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
Step 9
Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and absorb the flavors.
Step 10
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (575.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 805.0 |
| Total Fat 62.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1906.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.3g | |
| Protein 14.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 247.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3406.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories