Green Beans With Citrus Mustard

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Green Beans with Citrus Mustard - A bright and flavorful side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 lb green beans , stemmed and halved
	1 tablespoon dijon-style mustard
	1 teaspoon lime juice
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon mint , cut into very thin strips
	1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon , zest of , according to taste
	1 teaspoon minced shallot
	salt & freshly ground black pepper , to taste

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Green Beans with Citrus Mustard is a bright and flavorful side dish that pairs well with any main course. The tender green beans are blanched to perfection and then tossed with a tangy and zesty dressing made with dijon-style mustard, lime juice, mint, and a touch of shallot. This dish can be served warm or at room temperature and is sure to impress guests with its refreshing and delicious taste.

Instructions

1.	Bring a pot of salted water to boil and blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes until tender.
2.	Drain the green beans and place in a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together the dijon-style mustard, lime juice, salt, mint, lemon zest and shallot until well-combined.
4.	Drain the green beans and toss with the citrus mustard dressing.
5.	Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

PROS

Green beans are a low-calorie and nutrient-dense vegetable that are high in vitamins and minerals.

The combination of citrus and mustard in the dressing adds a tangy and flavorful twist to a classic side dish.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the strong taste of mustard in the dressing.

Green beans can be fibrous and may be difficult to digest for some individuals if not cooked properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins C and K, and folate.
They also contain antioxidants that may help protect against chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.