Marinated Goat Cheese and Walnuts Meets Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this stunning recipe for Marinated Goat Cheese and Walnuts Meets Green Beans. This vibrant creation combines tender-crisp blanched green beans with creamy goat cheese infused with a zesty marinade of olive oil, honey, lemon zest, and fresh thyme. Toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch, while a drizzle of the marinade ties everything together in perfect harmony. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is ideal as a sophisticated side or a unique appetizer, offering a balance of creamy, tangy, and nutty flavors. Perfect for entertaining or simply treating yourself, this recipe delivers a fresh and flavorful masterpiece in just 30 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams green beans
- 120 grams goat cheese
- 75 grams walnuts
- 60 milliliters olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 10 pieces ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a large bowl of ice water with ice cubes.
Step 2
Trim the ends of the green beans. Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 3
Immediately transfer the blanched green beans to the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Set aside.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, white wine vinegar, fresh thyme, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 5
Cut the goat cheese into small disks or chunks. Place the goat cheese in a shallow dish and pour half of the marinade over it. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
While the goat cheese marinates, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool.
Step 7
To assemble the dish, arrange the green beans on a serving platter. Drizzle them with the remaining marinade.
Step 8
Gently place the marinated goat cheese over the green beans. Sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (996.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1646.1 |
| Total Fat 143.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 41.3g | |
| Cholesterol 94.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2250.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.2g | |
| Protein 45.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 418.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1312.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories