Yields Makes 8 servings
Notes: Up to 1 day ahead, cook beans, drain and immerse in ice water; when cold, drain airtight. Reheat in boiling water 2 to 3 minutes.

How to Make It

Step 1
1

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water to a boil. Add beans. Stir occasionally until tender-crisp to bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
2

In a large bowl, combine oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic. Add beans and mix to coat. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a serving dish and garnish with lemon slices.

Ingredients

 2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
 2 tablespoons olive oil
 1 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
 2 tablespoons lemon juice
 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
 1 or 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
  Salt and pepper
  Thin lemon slices

Directions

Step 1
1

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water to a boil. Add beans. Stir occasionally until tender-crisp to bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.

Step 2
2

In a large bowl, combine oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic. Add beans and mix to coat. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a serving dish and garnish with lemon slices.

Lemony Green Beans

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