June 15, 2022

True Lemon Onion Topped Green Beans

True Lemon Onion Topped Green Beans

Category

Side Dishes

Servings

4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Finally an update of the traditional Thanksgiving green beans, that's much healthier!

Author:
True Citrus
Green beans topped with true lemon onion seasoning

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb

    fresh green beans or haricots verts

  • 1/2 lb

    yellow beans

  • pinch sea salt

  • 1/4 c

    olive oil

  • 1 tsp

    fresh thyme or 1/2 tsp dried thyme

  • freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/2 c

    chopped toasted walnuts

  • 1/4 c

    crumbled goat cheese

  • Medium red onion, sliced 1/4 inch/medium thick


Directions

  1. Clean and trim the beans. Blanch them in a pot of salted water, then shock them in cold water and set aside.
  2. Caramelize sliced onions in a pan or spread in a shallow baking pan and broil under high heat, turning once until lightly browned. Keep warm.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, True Lemon, and thyme with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss the beans in the dressing and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts and crumbled goat cheese. Toss again, top with onion and serve immediately.