Green Beans with Browned Butter

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Green Beans with Browned Butter
25 min.
6
81kcal

Suggestions

If you're looking for a simple yet elegant side dish to impress your guests, look no further than these Green Beans with Browned Butter. This recipe is a delightful twist on a classic, bringing a rich and nutty flavor to the traditional green bean dish. With only a handful of ingredients, it's a breeze to prepare and will be a hit at your next dinner party or holiday gathering.
The key to this recipe's success lies in the browned butter. By melting the butter over low heat and stirring in the pecans, you create a delicious, aromatic sauce that coats the green beans perfectly. The process of browning butter is a simple yet essential technique that adds depth of flavor to any dish. Just be careful not to burn it, as this can ruin the taste.
This recipe is not only delicious but also caters to various dietary preferences. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it an excellent option for those with specific dietary needs. With only 81 calories per serving, it's a healthy choice that doesn't compromise on taste. Serve it alongside your favorite main course, and watch as your guests rave about the unique flavor and texture of these green beans.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons vegetable oil (do not use margarine or vegetable oil spreads)
  • 0.8 lb green beans fresh cut in half
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons pecans chopped

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch of water.
  2. Heat to boiling. Boil uncovered 6 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender (they shouldn't be "squeaky" when you bite into one); drain. Keep warm.
  3. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Be careful not to let butter burn or it will taste bitter. Stir in pecans.
  4. Heat, stirring constantly, until butter is golden brown. (If bottom of saucepan is dark, it may be difficult to see the difference between brown butter and burnt butter. Try spooning a little of the butter onto a white plate to see the color more clearly.) Immediately remove from heat.
  5. Pour butter mixture over beans; toss to coat.
  6. Sprinkle with lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts

Calories81kcal
Protein6.21%
Fat73.19%
Carbs20.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.33
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.1800000019695%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.36mg
Delphinidin
0.24mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:80.84kcal
4.04%
Fat:7.06g
10.86%
Saturated Fat:0.93g
5.79%
Carbohydrates:4.47g
1.49%
Net Carbohydrates:2.58g
0.94%
Sugar:1.99g
2.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.42mg
0.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.35g
2.7%
Vitamin K:32.83µg
31.27%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.62%
Vitamin C:7.38mg
8.95%
Vitamin A:393.26IU
7.87%
Fiber:1.89g
7.54%
Folate:19.49µg
4.87%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.58%
Magnesium:18.26mg
4.56%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.38%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.34%
Copper:0.08mg
3.97%
Potassium:133.84mg
3.82%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.74%
Iron:0.67mg
3.73%
Phosphorus:30.82mg
3.08%
Calcium:23.76mg
2.38%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.28%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.92%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.57%