Simple Boiled Green Beans
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Simple Boiled Green Beans
Description
This recipe starts with fresh green beans trimmed and carefully selected for quality. The beans are boiled in salted water just until tender, typically around five minutes, with careful checking beginning at three minutes to avoid overcooking. Draining and drying after boiling helps maintain texture.
The beans retain a firm bite and fresh green color. A light sprinkle of kosher salt afterward brightens flavor, and a pat of butter adds richness if desired, although the beans are flavorful as is when fresh.
They can be enjoyed whole as finger food or cut into pieces for serving with meals. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for a few days and can be reheated gently or incorporated cold into salads.
The method suits only the freshest beans to achieve best texture and taste. Avoid overcooking to maintain firmness and flavor clarity.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Green bean ends trimmed, fresh
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided; or 1 teaspoon, divided, of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- 1 tablespoon butter optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt.
- Drop the green beans into the boiling water. Bring back to a full boil and cook, uncovered, until the beans are just tender, about 5 minutes. But start checking after 3 minutes (use a fork to take one out of the pot and taste. Careful - they'll be hot!).
- Drain the beans into a colander, shake them dry, and season with kosher salt.
- Serve immediately. You can use other seasonings, and a generous pat of butter on top of the hot green beans is heavenly. But really, when they are fresh, they only need brief boiling and some salt.
Notes
- Check beans early while boiling to ensure they stay firm and avoid limp texture.
- Use fresh, undamaged green beans for best flavor and texture.
- Serve whole for snacking or cut into pieces for dinner plates.
- Store leftovers in airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat gently or use cold in salads.
- Add butter after cooking for richness, but salt alone suffices for fresh beans.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25recipe | |
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Sodium | 286mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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