Herbed Red Potatoes and Baby Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Herbed Red Potatoes and Baby Green Beans! Perfectly tender red potatoes and crisp-tender baby green beans are bathed in a medley of fresh garlic, rosemary, and thyme, then finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice to elevate every bite. This healthy vegetable side dish is easy to prepare and cooks in under 30 minutes, making it a go-to option for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it warm alongside grilled chicken, baked salmon, or your favorite plant-based main for a delicious, herb-infused pairing that’s as wholesome as it is satisfying.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds red potatoes
- 1 pound baby green beans (trimmed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Directions
Step 1
Start by scrubbing the red potatoes clean and cutting them into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch chunks. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large pot, bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Step 3
Once boiling, add the red potatoes to the pot. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart.
Step 4
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the baby green beans by trimming the ends if necessary.
Step 5
In the last 3 minutes of potato cooking time, add the green beans to the same pot. Blanch the beans until they're bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 6
Drain the potatoes and green beans, then immediately transfer them to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. After 2-3 minutes, drain again and set aside.
Step 7
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 8
Add the red potatoes and green beans to the skillet. Stir gently to coat the vegetables in the garlic oil.
Step 9
Sprinkle the rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper evenly over the vegetables. Toss to combine and sauté for 3-4 minutes to warm through and infuse the flavors.
Step 10
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the dish just before serving.
Step 11
Serve warm as a side dish with your favorite protein. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1208.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1043.6 |
| Total Fat 43.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2428.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 156.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.1g | |
| Protein 23.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 283.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3876.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories