Garlic-Pecan Green Beans

The addition of toasted pecans gives this French way with string beans a bit of crunch and sweetness as well as a touch of the American South. Try using slender haricots verts for a different twist. This recipe is perfect for a Kwanzaa celebration; read more in "Why the Karamu Feast Is My Favorite Part of Kwanzaa—and a Simple Menu to Celebrate".

Jessica B. Harris, Ph.D.
EatingWell.com, December 2021

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Recipe Summary

active:
20 mins
total:
20 mins
Servings:
7

Nutrition Profile:

Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

Directions

  • Bring water to a roiling boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Add beans; cook until slightly tender and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and set aside.

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  • Heat butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. When the butter is foamy, add garlic, shallot, salt and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until the garlic is lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the beans; cook, stirring constantly, until the beans are completely coated with the garlic and shallot, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with pecans.

Tip

For the best flavor, toast nuts before using in a recipe. To toast chopped nuts, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:
1 cup
Per Serving:
90 calories; fat 5g; cholesterol 9mg; sodium 54mg; carbohydrates 10g; dietary fiber 4g; protein 3g; sugars 4g; niacin equivalents 1mg; saturated fat 2g; vitamin a iu 997IU; potassium 288mg.
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