Lemon Green Beans With Walnuts

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins


• preheat oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). arrange nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet. toast in the preheated oven until lightly browned, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.
• place green beans in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover. steam for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender, but still bright green.
• place cooked beans in a large bowl, and toss with butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest. season with salt and pepper. transfer beans to a serving dish, and sprinkle with toasted walnuts. serve immediately.