Cut Green Beans

Phaseolus vulgaris Vegetable

Cut Green Beans Vegetable

At a Glance

  • Category Vegetable

The Forktionary Angle

"The ubiquitous staple, ready for quick and easy meal prep."

Definition

Green beans, harvested young and cut into shorter pieces, commonly sold fresh, frozen, or canned.

Cooking Time (Steam) 4-6 minutes
Fiber Content 3g per 100g serving
Shelf Life (Fresh) 7-10 days (refrigerated)

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Cut Green Beans are:

Grassy slightly sweet crisp

Chef’s Secret

Roast frozen cut green beans directly from the freezer with a little oil and seasoning for extra crispness and concentrated flavor without thawing.

Best Substitutes

Yellow Wax Beans

Ratio 1:1

Haricots Verts

Ratio 1:1

Snap Peas

Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

For fresh, choose bright green, firm beans. For canned/frozen, check for no added salt/sugar if desired.

Recipes Using Cut Green Beans

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