Green Beans with Cranberries
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Green Beans with Cranberries
Description
Green Beans with Cranberries features crisp-tender green beans that are boiled with salt and lemon juice or vinegar to preserve their brightness. After blanching, the beans are cooled with cold water to stop cooking and maintain texture. They are then combined in a skillet with olive oil, minced garlic, and dried cranberries sautéed until fragrant and golden.
The dish is finished with a drizzle of soy sauce for umami depth and seasoned with garlic salt to taste. This preparation results in green beans that retain a fresh snap, accented by the mild sweetness of cranberries and the savoriness of garlic and soy sauce.
This side is suitable to accompany a range of main dishes, especially those benefiting from fresh, tangy vegetable elements. The balance of flavors makes it adaptable across different cuisines and meal types.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs green beans trimmed
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice or 1 Tbsp vinegar
- 1 Tbsp salt
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic minced, large or 4 small cloves
- 1/3 cup craisins dried cranberries
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- garlic salt to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large soup pot 2/3 with water and bring to a rapid boil. Add 1 Tbsp salt, 1 Tbsp lemon juice (or vinegar), and 2 lbs trimmed green beans. Partially cover and boil 6-7 min or until crisp-tender, drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large heavy-bottomed skillet, over medium heat, add 4 Tbsp olive oil, minced garlic and 1/3 cup dried cranberries. Saute 2 min or until garlic is golden and fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans and drizzle with 1 Tbsp soy sauce and add garlic salt to taste.
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