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Snake Beans with Lemon Honey Dressing

Vibrant Snake Beans with Lemon Honey Dressing Delight

This Mediterranean dish features snake beans dressed with a zesty lemon honey dressing, perfect as a refreshing side.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 500 grams Snake Beans Can substitute with regular green beans if needed.
For the Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed for optimal taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Try whole grain mustard for a different texture.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Use generously for best taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is recommended.
For Crunch
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Crushed for even distribution.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk or jar with lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with water and add a pinch of salt, bringing it to a boil. Once boiling, add the snake beans and cook for 6-7 minutes until tender and bright green. Transfer to an ice bath for 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a medium bowl or jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Whisk or shake until emulsified.
  3. Drain the beans, season with salt and pepper, and place in a serving dish. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.
  4. Sprinkle crushed walnuts over the top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 230mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose fresh snake beans for the best flavor. Chill the dressed beans in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced taste.

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