Shiitake French Style Green Beans

Elevate your side dish game with these Shiitake French Style Green Beans, a beautifully balanced combination of vibrant blanched green beans and earthy shiitake mushrooms sautéed to perfection. Infused with the rich flavors of caramelized shallots, garlic, fresh thyme, and a touch of butter, this dish is finished with a refreshing splash of lemon juice and a garnish of parsley for a pop of freshness. Perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals, this recipe delivers gourmet results in just 25 minutes. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or your favorite protein for a healthy and elegant accompaniment that’s packed with flavor. Keywords: shiitake mushrooms, French-style green beans, gourmet side dish, easy vegetable recipe, quick healthy sides.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 200 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium shallot
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups water
• 2 cups ice

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends off the green beans and set aside.

Step 2

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Add the green beans and blanch them for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green.

Step 3

Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with 2 cups of ice and cold water. Immediately transfer the blanched green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 4

Clean the shiitake mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp cloth. Trim off the tough stems and slice the caps thinly.

Step 5

Finely dice the shallot and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they are golden brown and tender. Remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.

Step 7

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced shallot and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 8

Return the green beans and sautéed mushrooms to the skillet. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.

Step 9

Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, stirring to coat the green beans and mushrooms evenly.

Step 10

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a side dish to complement your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2028.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	724.3

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1271.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.9g
Protein 15.2g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 295.1mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1876.9mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 30.4%