Blanched Green Beans
Easy blanched fresh green beans make a great side dish when topped with olive oil and lemon. Or make them when meal prepping to add them to your favorite recipes.
Servings: 4
Calories: 101kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans trimmed
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
Optional Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ lemon juice and zest
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Add salt and 4 quarts of water to a large pot. Bring to a boil. While the water is coming to a boil, add ice and water to a large mixing bowl.
- Drop the green beans into the boiling water and cook for 2 to 3 minute until they are tender but still crisp.
- Immediately remove the beans and plunge into the ice water long enough to cool completely, 15 to 30 seconds.
- Drain the green beans in a colander. Use in any recipe that calls for blanched green beans.
Optional Serving Suggestion
- To serve a green bean salad, toss the blanched green beans with the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
Notes
Storing Options
- Store beans in a tightly sealed container for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.
- Place the green beans in a freezer bag. Seal and store in the freezer for up to 8 months. Use as you would any store-bought frozen green bean.
Nutrition
Calories: 101kcal | Carbs: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 3g