Steamed Green Beans with Cracked Pepper and Chèvre

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Steamed Green Beans with Cracked Pepper and Chèvre
35 min.
8
124kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that’s both simple and elegant? Look no further than our Steamed Green Beans with Cracked Pepper and Chèvre. This vibrant dish is a perfect addition to any meal, impressing your guests with its fresh flavors and beautiful presentation. With a delicate balance of crisp-tender green beans and creamy, tangy chèvre, this recipe showcases the beauty of seasonal produce while being vegetarian and gluten-free.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a visually stunning dish that serves 8, making it an ideal option for family gatherings or dinner parties. The preparation is straightforward: boil fresh green beans to retain their bright color and crunch, then sauté them in a luscious mixture of olive oil and garlic, elevating their natural flavor even further.

But what truly sets this dish apart is the finishing touch of crumbled chèvre and fresh chives, which add a lovely creaminess and a hint of oniony brightness. The touch of freshly cracked pepper allows for personalized seasoning, perfect for every palate. With only 124 calories per serving, you can indulge in a guilt-free side that delivers both taste and nutrition. Serve warm, and watch as your guests savor each bite of these gourmet green beans!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup goat cheese crumbled (goat cheese)
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 1.5 pounds green beans trimmed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings pepper freshly ground to taste
  • servings sea salt to taste
  • tablespoon butter unsalted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook green beans in boiling salted water 5 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. Plunge into ice water to stop cooking process; drain.
  2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil. Saut green beans and garlic 5 minutes.
  3. Add sea salt and pepper.
  4. Sprinkle chvre and chives on top, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein13.08%
Fat67.76%
Carbs19.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19.13
Glycemic Load
1.76
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
7.7604347545168%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.37kcal
6.22%
Fat:9.86g
15.17%
Saturated Fat:3.74g
23.36%
Carbohydrates:6.27g
2.09%
Net Carbohydrates:3.92g
1.42%
Sugar:2.92g
3.25%
Cholesterol:10.29mg
3.43%
Sodium:251.57mg
10.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.28g
8.56%
Vitamin K:41.88µg
39.89%
Vitamin A:810.39IU
16.21%
Vitamin C:11.05mg
13.39%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.33%
Fiber:2.36g
9.42%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.52%
Copper:0.17mg
8.39%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.3%
Vitamin E:1.17mg
7.83%
Folate:30.65µg
7.66%
Phosphorus:70.8mg
7.08%
Iron:1.21mg
6.73%
Magnesium:24.25mg
6.06%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.46%
Calcium:54.41mg
5.44%
Potassium:190.21mg
5.43%
Vitamin B3:0.7mg
3.49%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.98%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.34%
Selenium:1.04µg
1.49%
Source:My Recipes