Holiday Garlic Lemon Green Beans with Bread Crumbs

Brighten up your holiday table with Holiday Garlic Lemon Green Beans with Bread Crumbs—a dish that’s as elegant as it is easy to make! This vibrant side pairs tender, blanched green beans with the bold flavors of zesty lemon, fragrant garlic, and a satisfying crunch from golden panko bread crumbs. Butter and olive oil create a rich base, perfectly balanced by the fresh citrus tang and optional Parmesan garnish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for festive gatherings or any occasion that calls for a simple yet sophisticated green bean recipe. Serve it hot, and watch it disappear in no time! Keywords: holiday side dish, garlic lemon green beans, crispy bread crumbs, festive green beans recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set them aside.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, so they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer the beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the panko bread crumbs and toast, stirring constantly, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer the toasted bread crumbs to a small bowl and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, black pepper, and half of the toasted bread crumbs. Mix well to ensure an even coating on the green beans.

Step 7

Remove from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving platter. Sprinkle the remaining toasted bread crumbs and grated Parmesan (if using) on top for garnish.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Holiday Garlic Lemon Green Beans with Bread Crumbs.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(662.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1102.4

Total Fat 61.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 70mg	0%
Sodium 3365.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.3g
Protein 28.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 535.6mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 1148.8mg	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: 48.8%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 41.1%