Frenched Green Beans

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
15%
Frenched Green Beans
45 min.
12
39kcal

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Looking for a vibrant, flavorful side dish that enhances your meal without overwhelming it? Our Frenched Green Beans are the perfect addition to any dinner table. This delightful recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also meets a variety of dietary needs—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP!

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can serve these beautifully presented green beans to 12 guests, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or family dinners. The green beans are cooked to a perfect tenderness in a boiling water bath, maintaining their vibrant color and nutritious properties. Tossing them in a simple yet flavorful mixture of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and a splash of sherry vinegar adds just the right touch of seasoning without masking their natural crunch.

The technique of 'frenching' the beans not only elevates their appearance but also enhances the eating experience, allowing for an elegant bite without overwhelming textures. Whether you choose to serve them hot or warm, these green beans serve as a scrumptious side, bringing a delightful burst of freshness to your plate. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this easy yet sophisticated dish that captures the essence of seasonal cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • lb green beans ends trimmed
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons sherry vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • ziploc bags
  • slotted spoon
  • funnel

Directions

  1. Force beans, trimmed ends first (keeping strings to the side), up through funnel of frencher (if using; see cooks' note, below).
  2. Cook beans in 2 batches in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until just tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Transfer beans with a slotted spoon to a large bowl and toss with salt, pepper, vinegar, and oil.
  4. Serve hot or warm.
  5. If you do not have a frencher, beans can be halved diagonally.Beans can be frenched (but not cooked) 1 day ahead and chilled in a sealed plastic bag lined with dampened paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

Calories39kcal
Protein12.62%
Fat39.22%
Carbs48.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.5
Glycemic Load
1.49
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.3443477723909%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
2.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:39.17kcal
1.96%
Fat:1.92g
2.95%
Saturated Fat:0.28g
1.75%
Carbohydrates:5.3g
1.77%
Net Carbohydrates:3.25g
1.18%
Sugar:2.46g
2.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:149.99mg
6.52%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.39g
2.78%
Vitamin K:33.63µg
32.03%
Vitamin C:9.23mg
11.18%
Vitamin A:521.86IU
10.44%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.47%
Fiber:2.05g
8.21%
Folate:24.95µg
6.24%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.34%
Magnesium:19.01mg
4.75%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.63%
Potassium:160.44mg
4.58%
Iron:0.8mg
4.43%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.14%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.75%
Phosphorus:28.86mg
2.89%
Calcium:28.31mg
2.83%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.78%
Copper:0.05mg
2.65%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.71%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious