Creamy Green Beans and Mushrooms

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
13%
Creamy Green Beans and Mushrooms
20 min.
4
177kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy Green Beans and Mushrooms, a side dish that perfectly balances taste and nutrition. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only popular among food lovers but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it serves four and packs a satisfying 177 calories per serving.

The star ingredients, fresh or frozen green beans and a medley of thickly sliced mushrooms, come together in a creamy sauce that elevates the dish to new heights. The sautéed onions add a touch of sweetness, while the sour cream brings a rich, velvety texture that coats each bite. With a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper and a garnish of parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a comforting side dish at home, Creamy Green Beans and Mushrooms is sure to become a favorite. Its harmonious blend of flavors and textures will leave everyone asking for seconds. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up this scrumptious dish that celebrates the beauty of vegetables in a creamy, dreamy way!

Ingredients

  • pound green beans fresh frozen cut into 1-inch pieces (if , remove ends, if get pre-cut)
  • pound mushrooms sliced (cremini, button, shiitake)
  • servings salt 
  • 0.5 cup onions chopped
  • Tbs butter 
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • Tbsp freshly parsley chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Boil salted water: Put 2 quarts of water, salted with 1 tablespoon of salt, in a pot to boil while you cut the mushrooms and onions.
  2. Heat a large sauté pan on medium high heat.
  3. Add the mushrooms to the pan and dry sauté them until they begin to release their water.
  4. Sprinkle them with a little salt. Once they have released most of their water, remove them to a bowl and set aside.
  5. Boil green beans in salted water:
  6. Add the green beans to the boiling water, and time them for 5 minutes, or until just tender. (No need to defrost frozen beans.)
  7. Cook onions:
  8. Add butter to the hot sauté pan. Once the butter has melted, add the onions. Cook until the onions are beginning to brown.
  9. Add green beans and mushrooms to pan with onions: As soon as the green beans are cooked just tender, strain them.
  10. Add the mushrooms to the pan with the onions, then add the green beans.
  11. Add sour cream, salt, pepper:
  12. Remove from heat. Stir in the sour cream.
  13. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and add more salt if needed.
  14. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories177kcal
Protein13.63%
Fat55.56%
Carbs30.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.75
Glycemic Load
3.49
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.052173977313%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.1mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.67mg
Myricetin
0.44mg
Quercetin
7.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.87kcal
8.84%
Fat:12.01g
18.48%
Saturated Fat:6.68g
41.74%
Carbohydrates:14.99g
5%
Net Carbohydrates:10.36g
3.77%
Sugar:7.79g
8.66%
Cholesterol:32.23mg
10.74%
Sodium:262.71mg
11.42%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.63g
13.26%
Vitamin K:81.09µg
77.23%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
37.17%
Vitamin A:1299.99IU
26%
Vitamin B3:5.01mg
25.02%
Vitamin C:20.48mg
24.83%
Copper:0.46mg
22.81%
Vitamin B5:2.09mg
20.91%
Potassium:678.61mg
19.39%
Fiber:4.62g
18.49%
Selenium:12.47µg
17.81%
Manganese:0.34mg
17.17%
Phosphorus:171.23mg
17.12%
Folate:65.34µg
16.34%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.79%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.46%
Magnesium:44.7mg
11.17%
Iron:1.93mg
10.71%
Calcium:83.89mg
8.39%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.79%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.13%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.96%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%