Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
40%
Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts
30 min.
8
73kcal

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If you’re looking for a vibrant and refreshing side dish that perfectly complements any meal, look no further than these delightful Green Beans with Lemon and Pine Nuts. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it also shines when it comes to taste and texture. Imagine tender green beans tossed with the warmth of toasted pine nuts, the brightness of fresh lemon zest, and the aromatic freshness of parsley. It's a dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table!

This unforgettable side is not just delicious; it caters to a variety of dietary needs as well. Whether you follow a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, this dish fits effortlessly into your lifestyle. Additionally, with its low FODMAP ingredients, it's gentle on the digestive system, making it an excellent choice for everyone. Not only will your taste buds thank you, but you'll also be nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons parsley fresh finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb green beans trimmed
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest fresh finely grated
  • teaspoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • ziploc bags
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cook beans in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling salted wateruntil just tender, about 5 minutes, then drain well in a colander.
  2. Transfer to a bowl and toss with nuts, parsley, zest, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Green beans can be cut 6 hours ahead and chilled, wrapped in dampened paper towels in a sealed plastic bag.

Nutrition Facts

Calories73kcal
Protein10.74%
Fat56.58%
Carbs32.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.75
Glycemic Load
1.68
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.626086888106%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.16mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.26mg
Quercetin
2.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:72.97kcal
3.65%
Fat:5.08g
7.82%
Saturated Fat:0.53g
3.29%
Carbohydrates:6.6g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:4.08g
1.48%
Sugar:2.95g
3.28%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:5.81mg
0.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.17g
4.34%
Vitamin K:56.45µg
53.76%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.83%
Vitamin C:12.22mg
14.82%
Vitamin A:672.49IU
13.45%
Fiber:2.53g
10.1%
Magnesium:32.41mg
8.1%
Folate:31.07µg
7.77%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.92%
Iron:1.19mg
6.59%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.27%
Potassium:210.8mg
6.02%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.84%
Copper:0.12mg
5.81%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.75%
Phosphorus:57.2mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.12%
Calcium:34.05mg
3.4%
Zinc:0.49mg
3.25%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.1%
Source:Epicurious