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Haricots Verts (French Green Beans) on a white plate, garnished with lemon halves and seasoning.

Haricots Verts (French Green Beans)

Avatar photoRhonda Cawthorn
Whip up this Haricots Verts (French Green Beans) recipe in just 20 minutes. An elegant, naturally gluten-free side dish with shallots & a bright lemon finish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine French
Servings 4 servings
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound haricots verts French green beans, ends trimmed
  • 1 medium shallot finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Trim the ends of the haricots verts and finely chop the shallot.
    Trimming haricots verts and chopping shallots for French Green Beans.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the haricots verts and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water and place in ice bath to stop the cooking process.
    Haricots verts in an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
  • In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and sauté until translucent, about 1 minute. Add the cooked haricots verts, salt, and pepper. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the beans are heated through.
    Sautéing chopped shallots in butter for Haricots Verts (French Green Beans).
  • Remove from heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 154mgFiber: 3g
Keyword Haricots Verts
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