We love this recipe from Cooking Light. This is the perfect counterpoint to balance the flavors of Thanksgiving which are rich and savory. Green beans are a common side dish for the holidays but we typically see the tired old mushroom soup green bean casserole. The citrus brightens the flavor of the beans and helps to cut through the rich flavors of our traditional Thanksgiving offerings.
Citrus Green Beans with Pine Nuts
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 cup)
Ingredients:
1 pound green beans, trimmed
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup sliced shallots (about 2 large)
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
Preparation:
Cook green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain well.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add shallots; sauté 2 minutes or until tender. Add green beans; stir well. Add rind, juice, pepper, and salt; sauté 2 minutes. Spoon onto a platter; sprinkle with nuts.
Susan Russo, Cooking Light, NOVEMBER 2010
Citrus Green Beans with Pinenuts
2014-05-02 14:49:05
Serves 4
Susan Russo, Cooking Light, NOVEMBER 2010
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
152g
Servings
4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87
Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g
6%
Saturated Fat 1g
3%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 357mg
15%
Total Carbohydrates 11g
4%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Sugars 4g
Protein 3g
Vitamin A
8%
Vitamin C
12%
Calcium
6%
Iron
8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3/4 cup sliced shallots (about 2 large)
- 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
Instructions
- Cook green beans in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain well.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add shallots; sauté 2 minutes or until tender. Add green beans; stir well. Add rind, juice, pepper, and salt; sauté 2 minutes. Spoon onto a platter; sprinkle with nuts.
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