Description
Enjoy tender green beans tossed in a tangy mustard butter sauce made with plant-based butter and natural flavors. This quick and easy side dish combines vibrant colors and bright, fresh flavors, perfect for complementing a variety of meals and diets.
Ingredients
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Green Beans
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
Mustard Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter (natural)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Green Beans: Trim the ends off the green beans and wash them thoroughly. Blanch the beans in boiling water for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to maintain their vibrant green color and crisp texture.
- Make the Mustard Butter Sauce: In a large skillet, melt the plant-based butter (natural) over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the Dijon mustard (natural) and fresh lemon juice to create a smooth, tangy sauce.
- Combine and Season: Drain the green beans well and add them to the skillet with the mustard butter sauce. Toss to coat the beans evenly and let them warm through for about 2 minutes. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the green beans and give a gentle toss. Serve immediately to enjoy the sauce’s creamy texture alongside crisp green beans.
Notes
- Use the freshest green beans available for optimal crunch and flavor.
- Blanch green beans just until tender-crisp to preserve bright color and texture.
- Sauté garlic on low to avoid bitterness and maintain aroma.
- Dijon mustard (natural) provides great flavor, but whole grain mustard is a good alternative.
- Adjust lemon juice to balance acidity and richness in the sauce.
- Serve the dish warm for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: green beans, mustard butter sauce, plant-based, vegan side dish, quick recipe, healthy side
