Eat more green beans: Cooking ideas

23.11.2023 02:50
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22

Green beans are one of the healthiest food options that suit almost everyone, so it's quite beneficial to eat it often.

If you don't particularly like the taste, then you can always try cooking various dishes that can make them just delicious.

Here are a few ideas that you might try cooking - they can make you love green beans!

Green Bean Stir-Fry

Stir-fry green beans with colorful veggies like bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli.

Add some soy sauce and your favorite seasonings for flavor.

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You can also toss in some cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp for a complete meal.

Garlic Butter Green Beans

Sauté green beans in a pan with garlic and butter. Sprinkle a bit of salt and pepper for taste.

It's a quick and delicious side dish.

Green Bean Salad

Mix blanched green beans with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese.

Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a refreshing salad.

Green Bean and Potato Casserole

Combine green beans with sliced potatoes. Pour a creamy sauce made of milk, cheese, and a bit of flour.

Bake until it's bubbly and golden brown.

Grilled Green Beans

Toss fresh green beans with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill them until they get a nice char.

It's a simple and flavorful side dish for a barbecue.

Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry

Stir-fry sliced chicken with green beans and your favorite stir-fry sauce.

Serve it over rice or noodles for a satisfying meal.

Green Bean and Tomato Saute

Sauté green beans with cherry tomatoes in olive oil.

Add a pinch of Italian herbs for extra flavor.

This works well as a side dish or tossed with pasta.

Green Bean Soup

Make a simple soup by boiling green beans with broth, onions, and carrots.

Blend it for a smooth texture or leave it chunky. Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
 

Kate Yakimchuk Author: Kate Yakimchuk Editor internet resource


Content
  1. Green Bean Stir-Fry
  2. Garlic Butter Green Beans
  3. Green Bean Salad
  4. Green Bean and Potato Casserole
  5. Grilled Green Beans
  6. Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry
  7. Green Bean and Tomato Saute
  8. Green Bean Soup