From The Field Green Beans Fresh Herbs And Walnuts Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful green bean recipe inspired by a cooking class in Morton, Illinois! This dish features perfectly caramelized onions, tender green beans, crunchy walnuts, and aromatic fresh herbs. A simple yet elegant side dish or light vegetarian meal, ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 154 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
From The Field Green Beans Fresh Herbs And Walnuts 101

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for From The Field Green Beans Fresh Herbs And Walnuts

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How to Make From The Field Green Beans Fresh Herbs And Walnuts

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound of green beans and cook for 5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  2. Drain the green beans and set aside.
  3. While the water is boiling, thinly slice 1 large yellow onion and 1/2 cup of shallots.
  4. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add the sliced onions, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until deeply caramelized and golden brown.
  6. Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh herbs (such as thyme, parsley, and chives). Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the cooked green beans and 1/2 cup of walnuts. Mix well to combine.
  8. Heat for 2 minutes more to allow flavors to meld.
  9. Serve warm as a side dish or light vegetarian meal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

8g

Carbs

4g