Description
Green Beans with Cranberries is a vibrant and festive side dish that combines crisp green beans and sweet-tart cranberries, creating a delightful contrast in flavors and textures. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner. Nutritious and visually stunning, it’s bound to impress your family and friends while adding a burst of color to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped and toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans. Blanch them in boiling salted water for 3-4 minutes until bright green, then transfer to an ice bath.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the blanched green beans, cranberries, and chopped nuts to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg