GREEN BEANS PIQUANT

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Radishes and mustard seed add bite to this flavor-packed side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 medium radishes, cut into fourths
3 parsley sprigs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon mustard seed
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 3-quart saucepan. Add green beans. Boil uncovered 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Rinse in cold water until chilled; drain.
Place radishes and parsley in blender. Cover and blend on high about 20 seconds, stopping blender frequently to scrape sides, until finely chopped.
Melt butter in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook radish mixture, salt and mustard seed in butter about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot. Toss with green beans and lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg