Green Beans with Lemon-Butter Breadcrumbs

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Green Beans with Lemon-Butter Breadcrumbs
18 min.
8
104kcal

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If you're looking for a vibrant and delicious side dish that complements any meal, look no further than these tantalizing Green Beans with Lemon-Butter Breadcrumbs! This vegetarian delight brings together the freshness of crisp green beans, the zesty brightness of lemon juice, and the divine crunch of toasted panko breadcrumbs to create a dish that is both satisfying and sophisticated.

Ready in just 18 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with friends and family. The combination of toasted slivered almonds adds an extra layer of texture and nuttiness, while the delightful lemon zest infuses each bite with a burst of citrusy flavor. The balance of ingredients not only pleases the palate but also makes this dish a feast for the eyes with its vibrant green hues.

At only 104 calories per serving, you can enjoy this side dish guilt-free! Whether served alongside grilled vegetables, roasted meats, or as part of a festive holiday spread, these Green Beans with Lemon-Butter Breadcrumbs will surely impress your guests and elevate your dining experience. Gather your ingredients and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 1.5 pounds green beans fresh trimmed
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon 
  •  lemon zest 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup panko bread crumbs 
  • tablespoon sea salt divided
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • tablespoon butter unsalted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add panko; stir constantly for 2 minutes or until golden.
  3. Remove from heat. Stir in zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  4. Fill a large saucepan 2/3 full of water; bring to a boil.
  5. Add remaining 1 tablespoon salt.
  6. Add beans; cook 2 minutes. Fill a large bowl 2/3 full of ice water.
  7. Transfer beans to ice water to cool; drain.
  8. Add oil to a skillet over medium heat.
  9. Add beans; saut, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until heated.
  10. Add lemon juice and almonds; saut 1 minute. Season with pepper.
  11. Add panko topping; serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories104kcal
Protein11.84%
Fat47.62%
Carbs40.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11
Glycemic Load
1.72
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.5926085989112%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.15mg
Hesperetin
0.41mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
2.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:103.88kcal
5.19%
Fat:5.91g
9.1%
Saturated Fat:1.42g
8.9%
Carbohydrates:11.33g
3.78%
Net Carbohydrates:8.1g
2.95%
Sugar:3.42g
3.8%
Cholesterol:3.76mg
1.25%
Sodium:918.7mg
39.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.31g
6.62%
Vitamin K:38.28µg
36.46%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.68%
Vitamin C:12.43mg
15.07%
Fiber:3.23g
12.9%
Vitamin A:631.7IU
12.63%
Vitamin E:1.8mg
12.03%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.66%
Folate:36.79µg
9.2%
Magnesium:36.34mg
9.09%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.98%
Iron:1.35mg
7.5%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.79%
Potassium:229.51mg
6.56%
Phosphorus:64.14mg
6.41%
Copper:0.12mg
6.14%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.84%
Calcium:56.46mg
5.65%
Selenium:2.14µg
3.06%
Zinc:0.43mg
2.9%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.53%
Source:My Recipes