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Green Beans with Mustard Butter Sauce

Green Beans with Mustard Butter Sauce

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Green Beans with Mustard Butter Sauce is a quick and easy plant-based side dish that transforms fresh green beans with a creamy, tangy mustard butter sauce made from natural ingredients. Ready in 20 minutes, this vibrant and flavorful recipe pairs wonderfully with a variety of main dishes, making it a versatile and nutritious addition to your meals.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 12 oz fresh green beans, washed and trimmed

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp plant-based butter
  • 1 tsp fresh garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (natural)
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 tsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Green Beans: Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Blanch them in boiling salted water for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green. Immediately transfer the beans to ice water to stop cooking and preserve their vibrant color.
  2. Make the Mustard Butter Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the plant-based butter. Add the finely minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to brown the garlic. Stir in the Dijon mustard (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), whisking until the sauce is combined and slightly thickened.
  3. Combine and Season: Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss gently to coat all beans evenly with the mustard butter sauce. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, ensuring each green bean is flavored.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Transfer the coated green beans to a serving dish, sprinkle generously with chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its freshest and most vibrant.

Notes

  • Always use fresh green beans for the best texture and color.
  • Blanch green beans only until crisp-tender to avoid a mushy texture.
  • Adjust the amount of mustard and vinegar in the sauce to balance the tangy and creamy flavors to your preference.
  • Use high-quality plant-based butter to enhance the sauce’s richness.
  • Keep the garlic cooking time short to prevent bitterness.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 90
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: green beans, mustard butter sauce, plant-based butter, vegetarian side dish, quick recipe, gluten free, healthy vegetables

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/green-beans-with-mustard-butter-sauce/