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Pesto Green Beans


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  • Author: Aimee Iorio
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
  • ¼ cup basil pesto, fresh or jarred
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup parmigiano reggiano, grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt the water. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender but not mushy. Drain.
  2. In a large skillet over low heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds, just until fragrant. Stir in a ¼ cup of pesto.
  3. Add the drained green beans to the skillet and turn off the heat. Add in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and ½ teaspoon lemon zest and toss to coat.
  4. Sprinkle in a ¼ cup of grated parmigiano reggiano and toss again.
  5. Serve warm!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Stovetop