Balsamic Green Beans
These Balsamic Green Beans are a simple stovetop side dish made with fresh green beans, garlic, and balsamic vinegar, finished with crunchy walnuts.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Trim the ends from the green beans and rinse them well.
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the balsamic vinegar and minced garlic. Heat until the mixture begins to warm and lightly simmer.
- Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat. Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender and infused with the balsamic flavor.
- Remove from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts just before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
- Watch the heat: Keep the skillet at medium so the balsamic reduces gently without burning or becoming bitter.
- Cover while cooking: Trapping steam helps the green beans soften evenly while absorbing the balsamic flavor.
- Stir occasionally: This prevents the garlic from sticking or over-browning and ensures even coating.
- Adjust tenderness: For crisper beans, cook closer to 8 minutes; for very tender beans, go the full 10 minutes.
- Add walnuts at the end: Sprinkling them on just before serving keeps their texture crisp.
- Serving Suggestions: We love serving these green beans as a side for Baked Swiss Chicken, Mini Meatloaves, or Maple Glazed Salmon.
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