Green Beans with Walnut Gremolata
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these vibrant Green Beans with Walnut Gremolata—a perfect blend of simplicity and bold flavors. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to bright perfection, then tossed in olive oil and topped with a zesty gremolata made from toasted walnuts, fresh parsley, lemon zest, and a hint of garlic. The nutty crunch of the walnuts beautifully complements the citrusy brightness, making this dish a versatile crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or elegant holiday spreads. With just 25 minutes prep to plate, this easy, nutrient-packed side dish is as quick as it is delicious. Whether served hot or at room temperature, it’s a guaranteed hit with family and friends!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 0.25 cup, chopped parsley, fresh
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Trim the ends of the green beans, rinse them, and set aside.
Step 3
Once the water is boiling, add the green beans and cook for about 4-5 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 4
Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Once the green beans are cooked, immediately transfer them to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Step 5
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then chop finely.
Step 6
In a small bowl, combine the chopped walnuts, parsley, lemon zest, and minced garlic to create the gremolata.
Step 7
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until they are heated through.
Step 8
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish.
Step 10
Sprinkle the walnut gremolata evenly over the green beans and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (569.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 807.1 |
| Total Fat 68.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 31.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1766.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.3g | |
| Protein 18.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 293.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1434.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories