Vegetable, Legume | Vegan Vegetarian Gluten Free Low Calorie

Green Beans

Phaseolus vulgaris Allergen-Free
green beans

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Fabaceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Summer-Early Fall
  • Source Green Bean Plant

O Que É Green Beans?

Long, slender pods containing small seeds, harvested unripe and eaten whole as a popular crisp and flavorful vegetable.

"Despite their common name, some green bean varieties are "stringless," a result of modern breeding that enhanced their palatability and ease of preparation."

Qual o Sabor de Green Beans?

Fresh, slightly earthy, grassy

Taste
Fresh, Grassy, Mildly Sweet
Texture
Tender-Crisp, Crunchy
Aroma
Earthy, Green, Vegetal
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Consumption

Widespread in most cuisines

Key Micronutrient

Rich in Vitamin K and Folate

Storage Life (Refrigerated)

5-7 days

Informação Nutricional

Per 100g (1 cup chopped)
Calories35 kcal
Total Fat0.3 g
Saturated Fat0.1 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein1.9 g
Total Carbohydrate7.9 g
Dietary Fiber3.4 g
Total Sugars3.3 g
Calcium54 mg
Iron1.0 mg
Potassium210 mg

Segredo do Chef

For vibrant green beans, cook them quickly (blanching or steaming) until just tender-crisp, then immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking and set the color.

Substitutos e Proporções de Green Beans

O melhor substituto para Green Beans é Wax Beans, usado na proporção de 1:1. Visually different but identical in texture and flavor profile, cooks the same.

Substitutos para Green Beans com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Wax Beans Melhor 1:1 Visually different but identical in texture and flavor profile, cooks the same.
Haricots Verts 1:1 French green beans, thinner and more tender, but otherwise a perfect match.
Asparagus 1:1 Different flavor but similar elegant, tender-crisp texture and presentation as a side.
Sugar Snap Peas 1:1 Sweeter and slightly crunchier, excellent fresh or lightly cooked.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Green Beans

  1. Choose firm, bright green pods that snap easily.
  2. Avoid limp or discolored beans.
  3. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

O Que Combina Bem Com Green Beans?

  • Garlic
  • Bacon
  • Lemon
  • Almonds
  • Butter
  • Mushrooms
  • Tomatoes
  • Soy Sauce

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Green Beans?

Fresh, slightly earthy, grassy Earthy, Green, Vegetal

Qual é um bom substituto para Green Beans?

O melhor substituto é Wax Beans (1:1). Visually different but identical in texture and flavor profile, cooks the same.

Como escolher e armazenar Green Beans?

Choose firm, bright green pods that snap easily. Avoid limp or discolored beans. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Receitas Usando Green Beans

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Algerian Green Bean And Lamb Tagine

Discover the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this hearty Algerian Green Bean and Lamb Tagine! Inspired by a classic recipe and perfected for maximum deliciousness, this tagine boasts tender lamb, crisp green beans, and aromatic spices. Enjoy this simple yet satisfying dish, traditionally served over fluffy couscous. A perfect weeknight meal or impressive dinner party centerpiece.

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Almond Pepper Green Beans

This vibrant vegan side dish elevates simple green beans into a gourmet experience! Inspired by vegancoach.com, this recipe is streamlined for quicker cooking and uses less oil, without sacrificing flavor. The crunchy almonds, sweet peppers, and tender green beans create a delightful harmony of textures and tastes. Your family will devour this elegant and surprisingly easy dish in minutes!

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This vibrant side dish is a flavor explosion! Sweet, savory, and tangy, our Green Beans with Lemon Mustard & Crispy Bacon recipe is incredibly easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, the crispy bacon and bright lemon perfectly complement the tender-crisp green beans. You won't be able to stop eating them!

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