Green Beans with Ginger Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
2%
Green Beans with Ginger Butter
30 min.
10
60kcal

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If you're looking for a fresh and zesty side dish to elevate your meals, look no further than this delightful recipe for Green Beans with Ginger Butter. Bursting with flavor and a vibrant green hue, this dish not only pleases the palate but also caters to a variety of dietary needs. It's vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it perfect for gatherings where you want to impress all your guests, no matter their dietary restrictions.

The star of the show is the fresh ginger, which brings a warm, aromatic quality to the dish. When sautéed in rich, unsalted butter, the ginger transforms into a fragrant topping that pairs beautifully with the tender haricots verts. The addition of lemon zest adds a bright, citrusy note that elevates the overall flavor profile, making each bite refreshing and zingy.

This recipe is not only simple to prepare but also quick enough to fit into a busy weeknight dinner. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, you can have a gourmet side dish on the table in no time. The stunning visual appeal and delightful taste of these green beans will surely leave your family and friends raving, ensuring that this dish becomes a staple in your repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a bowl of these delicious green beans with ginger butter!

Ingredients

  • inch ginger fresh
  • pounds haricots verts trimmed
  •  lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook beans in an 8-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, until just tender, 5 to 9 minutes (depending on thickness).
  2. Drain beans in a colander and transfer to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Drain beans again and pat dry.
  4. Peel ginger and halve crosswise, then thinly slice lengthwise and cut into very thin matchsticks.
  5. Heat butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat until foam subsides, then cook ginger, stirring, until golden, about 3 minutes.
  6. Add beans and cook, stirring, until just heated through, about 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and add zest and salt, tossing to combine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories60kcal
Protein10.43%
Fat48.56%
Carbs41.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.1
Glycemic Load
1.83
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.6378261793567%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:60.48kcal
3.02%
Fat:3.63g
5.58%
Saturated Fat:2.21g
13.8%
Carbohydrates:6.89g
2.3%
Net Carbohydrates:4.27g
1.55%
Sugar:3.05g
3.38%
Cholesterol:9.03mg
3.01%
Sodium:122.52mg
5.33%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.75g
3.5%
Vitamin K:39.31µg
37.43%
Vitamin C:12.72mg
15.42%
Vitamin A:731.52IU
14.63%
Fiber:2.62g
10.47%
Manganese:0.2mg
10.06%
Folate:30.45µg
7.61%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.67%
Magnesium:23.85mg
5.96%
Potassium:203.08mg
5.8%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.73%
Iron:0.96mg
5.32%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.06%
Calcium:36.59mg
3.66%
Phosphorus:36.34mg
3.63%
Copper:0.07mg
3.46%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.44%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.19%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.17%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.55%
Source:Epicurious