Description
Lemon Butter Green Beans with Cranberries Walnuts and Feta is a vibrant dish that brightens up any meal. This delicious side combines tender-crisp green beans with the tartness of cranberries, the crunch of toasted walnuts, and the creaminess of feta cheese, all elevated by a hint of lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients. Impress your guests with this colorful medley that’s as visually appealing as it is tasty!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb green beans
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted and chopped)
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta
- 2 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 – 5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet and heat for an additional minute.
- Mix in the toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
- Finish by sprinkling crumbled feta cheese and lemon zest over the top before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg