Best Nutty Green Beans Recipes

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NUTTY GREEN BEANS



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The nuts add a crunchy texture to the green beans. Quick & easy yet, it adds a bit of elegance to our friend the bean.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
3 tablespoons lite olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 tablespoons coarsley chopped walnuts or 4 tablespoons coarsley chopped pecans, toasted
lemon wedge (for garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large non stick skillet bring an inch of water to boil.
  • Add beans and cook uncovered until beans are still crisp (about 5 minutes).
  • Drain beans.
  • Place green beans on a serving platter and keep warm.
  • Add olive oil to the skillet plus vinegar and pepper.
  • When this mixture is sizzling stir in the nuts.
  • Drizzle sauce over the beans.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.

NUTTY GREEN BEANS WITH BLUE CHEESE AND BACON



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This dish is a real showstopper. Good enough for company or a holiday table. It mixes some great ingredients, including Shropshire blue, and orange tinged aged blue cheese with the nutty flavor of Stilton but still meltable. Look for it in your cheese shop or specialty market. It's great alone for dessert, drizzle with honey, and...

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 6

kosher salt to taste
1 pound haricots verts (baby french green beans) trimmed
three slices smoked bacon
4 ounces shropshire blue cheese, or your favorite blue cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 cups toasted whole pecans, coarsely chopped
freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the haricots verts and cook for about two minutes. With a slotted spoon or strainer, transfer the beans to a large bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Once there cooled, drain the beans and reserve.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain. Add the beans to the bacon drippings and cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes. Add the blue cheese and toss just until it starts to melt. Break the cooked bacon into bite size pieces and add to the skillet. Finish by stirring in the toasted chopped pecans. Season with freshly cracked black pepper and just tiny pinch of kosher salt. Serve at once. Serves four.

NUTTY GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Nutty Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hollyfrolly

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of water with 2 teaspoons of salt to a boil.
  • Add the green beans and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Drain in a colander and refresh beans under cold water.
  • In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the pecans, Worcestershire sauce, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper and cook until nuts are golden brown- stirring frequently.
  • Add the green beans, stir and cook, until well coated and nice and warm, about 1 minute.
  • Remove from the heat and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.6, Fat 32.2, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 45.8, Sodium 1486.9, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 5.2

NUTTY ONION GREEN BEANS



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I never liked green beans until I tried this recipe. The beans, onion and chopped pecans are coated in a delicious orange-mustard sauce. Now I make it for my family on a regular basis. -Donna Buckley, Western Springs, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in half
1 small red onion, sliced and separated into rings
1/3 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place beans in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain and set aside., In a large skillet, cook onion and pecans in butter until onion is tender. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, orange juice, mustard and salt; stir into the onion mixture. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until sauce begins to thicken. Stir in beans; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

NUTTY MAPLE ROASTED GREEN BEANS



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These roasted green beans taste extra special thanks to the addition of pure maple syrup and salted peanuts. It's an excellent side dish that goes with everything! -Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon peanut oil or canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound fresh green beans
1/4 cup chopped salted peanuts
4 maple-flavored bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Mix the first seven ingredients. Place green beans in a greased foil-lined baking pan. Drizzle with maple mixture; toss to coat. Roast, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender, 15-20 minutes. Sprinkle with peanuts and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NUTTY GREEN BEANS RECIPE



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Categories     Vegetable

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 pounds green beans, washed and ends trimmed
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large saucepan of water with 2 teaspoons of salt to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander and refresh under cold running water. Drain. In the same saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the pecans, Worcestershire sauce, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper and cook, stirring frequently, until the pecans are golden brown and fragrant, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the green beans and cook, stirring, until well coated and warmed through, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and serve.

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