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Cold Garlic and Soy Green Beans

Cold Garlic and Soy Green Beans

  • Author: Brian
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cold Garlic and Soy Green Beans are a refreshing and flavorful side dish featuring crisp green beans tossed in a savory garlic soy dressing. This easy and quick recipe balances freshness with umami, making it a healthy, vibrant addition to any meal. Perfect as a versatile side, snack, or make-ahead dish, it pairs wonderfully with a variety of mains and keeps well in the fridge for several days.

Ingredients

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Green Beans

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed

Dressing

  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (natural)

Garnish (optional)

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Green Beans: Rinse the green beans thoroughly, then trim the ends. Blanch them in boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes until they turn bright green and are just tender. Immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to stop cooking and maintain their crunch.
  2. Make the Garlic Soy Dressing: While the beans cool, combine minced garlic, soy sauce (natural), sesame oil, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup (natural) in a bowl. Whisk well until the dressing is balanced, savory, and slightly sweet.
  3. Toss and Chill: Drain the cooled green beans thoroughly and gently toss them with the garlic soy dressing to coat each bean evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the beans and give a light toss. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.

Notes

  • Do not overcook the beans; blanch just enough to retain crunch and texture.
  • Use fresh garlic finely minced to infuse the dressing evenly without overpowering chunks.
  • Adjust the sweetness by balancing the maple syrup to suit your taste, considering the saltiness of your soy sauce.
  • For enhanced flavor melding, chill the dish longer if time allows.
  • Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry pan to bring out their nutty aroma before garnishing.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Boiling and chilling
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: green beans, garlic, soy sauce, cold side dish, healthy, gluten free, quick recipe, sesame oil, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup

Find it online: https://puretastekitchen.com/cold-garlic-and-soy-green-beans/