Description
Turn a humble veggie into a crowd-stunner with Olivia’s spicy, citrus-kissed green beans. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or need a quick zingy fix for Tuesday night dinner, this recipe brings restaurant-level flavor without the stress. One skillet, zero stress, all the wow.
Ingredients
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2 lbs green beans or haricots verts, ends trimmed
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4 tbsp olive oil
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12 garlic cloves, chopped
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2 shallots, thinly sliced
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2–4 tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)
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Zest of 1–2 lemons
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Flaky salt, to finish
Instructions
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Blanch Like a Pro: Boil salted water. Cook beans for 2–3 mins till bright green. Ice-shock immediately, then pat dry.
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Sizzle Magic: Heat oil over medium. Add garlic and shallots. Stir constantly for 2–3 mins till golden.
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Bring the Fire: Add chili flakes. Toss in green beans, cook 2–3 mins till lightly charred.
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Zest & Serve: Remove from heat. Zest lemon directly over the pan. Finish with flaky salt. Toss once more and serve hot!
Notes
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Max crunch: Pat beans completely dry post-blanch.
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Spice balance: Add chili flakes at the end for less heat.
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Make ahead: Blanch beans 1 day early; sauté fresh before serving.
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Zest smart: Microplane brings out citrus oils—don’t skip it!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 120 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g