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February 15, 2018

Sesame Green Beans

These Sesame Green Beans may seem simple, but they totally pack a punch of flavor! You are only a few ingredients away from a delicious, healthy side dish.

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These Sesame Green Beans may seem simple, but they totally pack a punch of flavor! You are only a few ingredients away from a delicious, healthy side dish.

I feel like I go through phases with my cooking. Sometimes, it’s all about trying something new, something different. Sometimes, it’s just a matter of survival and I need to get something on the table. And sometimes, it’s all about getting in the kitchen and really getting my hands dirty and cooking up a big, complicated recipe. (Ok, so this one doesn’t all that often, but it is still fun when it does!!) But there is one thing that I always come back to over and over again:

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Simplicity.

At the heart of it all, I really value simplicity. And I’m not necessarily talking about quick and easy, although those things are great. But simple ingredients. Simple techniques. Nothing fancy – just good.

And that is exactly what these green beans are. Simple. Delicious. And even good for you.

I originally posted these Sesame Green Beans back in June of 2007, along with the Soy Ginger Salmon that I re-posted earlier this week. Together, that salmon recipe with this green bean recipe is a winning combination. But I also love that these green beans would go with so many different meals.

If you love fresh green beans as much as I do, and are looking for a delicious yet simple way to prepare and serve them, you definitely need to try these Sesame Green Beans!

Sesame Green Beans in a pan

For more winning side dish recipes:

Tomato and Herb Salad
Tomato and Black Bean Quinoa Salad
Lemon Butter Broccoli
Roasted Tomatoes with Pesto
Sauteed Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes

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How to make these Sesame Green Beans:

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Sesame Green Beans

  • Author: Deborah
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
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These Sesame Green Beans may seem simple, but they totally pack a punch of flavor! You are only a few ingredients away from a delicious, healthy side dish.


Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.  Add the sesame seeds.  When they start to darken, add the green beans. Cook, stirring, until the beans turn bright green.  Add the garlic and stir and cook, about 30 seconds.

Pour in the chicken broth and season with the salt and pepper to taste.  Cover and cook until the green beans are crisp tender, about 10 minutes.  Uncover the skillet and continue to cook until the liquid is evaporated.


Notes

slightly adapted from allrecipes.com


Nutrition

  • Calories: 83
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 2544 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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