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Green Beans with Lemon and Walnuts





Yields
Serves 8 (serving size: 1/2 cup)




Total Time
20 mins

This simple side dish from reader Trisha Kruse, of Eagle, Idaho, is a great way to use a summer staple in a flavorful way.

su-Green Beans with Lemon and Walnuts




Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Karen Shinto
 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed
 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  Juice and zest of 1 lemon
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
Step 1
1

Fill a medium pot with 1 in. water, insert a steamer basket, and bring to a boil, covered. Put beans in steamer and cover. Steam until bright green and tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
2

Put beans on a serving plate. Drizzle with butter and lemon juice. Sprinkle with zest, salt, and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 80Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.4g10%

Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 3.9mg2%
Sodium 162mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 5.5g2%

Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Protein 2.2g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.