Lemony Green Beans with Walnuts and Thyme
Lemony Green Beans with Walnuts and Thyme features crisp-tender beans tossed with toasty walnuts, bright citrus, and aromatic thyme. The tangy zest and juice balance the nutty crunch, making a fresh, lively side that complements grilled seafood or roasted meats. Serve warm or at room temperature whenever you want a vibrant, light accent to the plate.
- Prep15 hrs
- Cook10 hrs
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add the green beans.
- 2
Simmer over medium-high heat until the beans are just barely cooked and still bright green, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Drain right away and rinse under cold water, then drain again and set aside.
- 4
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 5
Add the drained beans, nuts, lemon zest, lemon juice, and thyme.
- 6
Cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 3 minutes.
- 7
Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
- 8
Serve right away.
- Calories 139.01 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.53 g Low Source
- Carbs 11.8 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.13 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.85 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
- Sodium 1.37 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.01 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.7 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 61.12 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.06 mg Low Source
- Potassium 414.85 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 40.23 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 25.62 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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