Sweet & Salty String Beans
Sweet & Salty String Beans
This is one of my family’s favorite side dishes -- the crispy string beans with lemon zest and cranberries really hit the spot! Plus, the mix of fresh flavors makes it feel like a true summer dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans, (ends trimmed)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large garlic clove, (minced)
- 1 lemon, (zest)
- 1 tablespoon cranberries
- Salt, (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large stock pot of well-salted boiling water, blanch green beans until bright green in color and tender-crisp (about 1 minute).
- Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large heavy skillet, heat oil and garlic over medium heat, sauteing until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add beans and continue to saute until coated in butter and heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Add lemon zest and cranberries, then season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
