Vegetable | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Calorie

String Beans

Phaseolus vulgaris Allergen-Free
String Beans

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Summer to Early Fall (Year-Round with imports)
  • Source Plant (Bean Pod)

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Definition

Tender, elongated green pods of a common bean plant, harvested while young and cooked as a vegetable. Also known as green beans.

Sensory Profile

TasteFresh, Green, Earthy, Slightly Sweet
TextureCrisp, Tender-Crisp, Succulent
AromaGrassy, Fresh Vegetable
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g (1 cup)
Calories31 kcal
Total Fat0.2g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein1.8g
Total Carbohydrate7g
Dietary Fiber2.7g
Total Sugars3.3g
Calcium37mg
Iron1mg
Potassium211mg

Chef’s Secret

Blanching string beans in salted water then shocking in ice water retains their vibrant green color and crisp texture.

Substitutions

Best Match

Asparagus

1:1

Similar crisp-tender texture and green, earthy flavor profile.

Haricots Verts (French Green Beans)

1:1

Thinner, more delicate version of string beans, cooks faster.

Broccolini

1:1

Similar form and tender-crisp texture, slightly more bitter flavor.

Sugar Snap Peas

1:1

Sweeter, but offers a comparable crunch and green vegetable aspect.

Buying Guide

Choose firm, brightly colored beans that snap crisply when broken. Avoid limp or blemished pods.

Flavor Pairings

Garlic butter bacon almonds lemon potatoes roasted chicken steak.

Recipes Using String Beans

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Basic Fried Rice With Variations

Master the art of fried rice with this versatile recipe! Learned from a Chinese cooking class, this fundamental fried rice provides a base for endless customization. Choose your favorite protein and veggies to create a delicious and satisfying meal. Explore exciting flavor combinations – from classic beef and peppers to unique chicken and bamboo shoot creations. Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with this easy-to-follow recipe.

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Beef And Beer Stew

Warm up with this hearty Beef and Beer Stew, a family recipe perfected over generations! Tender beef chunks simmer in a rich, flavorful broth infused with the subtle sweetness of beer (easily substitutable with beef stock). This recipe is incredibly satisfying, even better the next day (perfect for meal prepping!) and freezes beautifully for future enjoyment. Get ready for a comforting classic!

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