Green Beans with Crisp Shallots, Chile, and Mint

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Green Beans with Crisp Shallots, Chile, and Mint
45 min.
4
152kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delightful side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than our Green Beans with Crisp Shallots, Chile, and Mint! This dish perfectly balances the fresh, crisp snap of green beans with the aromatic crunch of fried shallots, all while being complemented by the subtle heat of fresh chiles and the refreshing hint of mint. It's a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave everyone at the table wanting more.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it's also accessible to a wide range of diets—being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With just 45 minutes of prep and cooking time, this dish is perfect for both special occasions and weeknight dinners alike.

The star of the dish, fresh green beans, are cooked to tender perfection and tossed with crispy shallots that add a delightful crunch. The pop of the chile introduces a mild kick which, together with fragrant mint and a touch of salt, brings a lively brightness to every bite. Whether served alongside grilled dishes, roasted proteins, or even as a stand-alone delight, this recipe is sure to impress and awaken the palate. Experience a vibrant, healthful addition to your table that promises to delight with every serving!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.5 lb green beans trimmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • small serrano chiles fresh red thinly sliced ()
  • oz shallots separated thinly sliced (5 medium)
  • 0.7 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • slotted spoon
  • tongs
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook beans in a 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Drain beans in a colander.
  3. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then fry shallots in 3 batches, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per batch (watch carefully; shallots burn easily).
  4. Transfer shallots quickly as browned with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. (Shallots will become crisp as they cool.)
  5. Discard all but about 1 tablespoon oil from skillet, then cook chile over moderate heat, stirring, until softened, about 2 minutes.
  6. Add beans and salt and toss with tongs until heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and add fried shallots and mint, tossing to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories152kcal
Protein10.56%
Fat41.71%
Carbs47.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
5.08
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.620869335921%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.74mg
Hesperetin
0.57mg
Apigenin
0.3mg
Luteolin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.77mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
4.88mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152kcal
7.6%
Fat:7.74g
11.91%
Saturated Fat:1.22g
7.6%
Carbohydrates:19.94g
6.65%
Net Carbohydrates:13.48g
4.9%
Sugar:8.95g
9.94%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:307.89mg
13.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.41g
8.83%
Vitamin K:87.02µg
82.88%
Vitamin C:26.62mg
32.26%
Vitamin A:1428.38IU
28.57%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.06%
Fiber:6.46g
25.84%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
20.07%
Folate:77.35µg
19.34%
Potassium:537.58mg
15.36%
Iron:2.56mg
14.25%
Magnesium:56.29mg
14.07%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.86%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.36%
Phosphorus:94.86mg
9.49%
Calcium:92.68mg
9.27%
Vitamin E:1.32mg
8.79%
Copper:0.18mg
8.77%
Vitamin B3:1.45mg
7.26%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.28%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.3%
Selenium:1.54µg
2.2%
Source:Epicurious