Lemony Green Beans with Walnuts and Thyme: An Easy Side Dish

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.25 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the green beans. Cook over medium-high heat until the beans are tender-crisp and still vibrant green, approximately 2 minutes. Immediately drain the beans and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drained green beans, chopped walnuts, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and fresh thyme leaves. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the lemon juice has evaporated and the green beans are heated through, about 3 minutes. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately for the best flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Fat Content: 9 g
• Fiber Content: 6 g
• Sugar Content: 2 g
• Sodium Content: 8 mg
• Protein Content: 4 g
• Carbohydrate Content: 12 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g