Receta Lemon and Olive Oil Green Beans

by CookingLib

Since it's summer I figured I would start posting

recipes that are on the "lighter" side of life.

These green beans are da bomb-diggity, as Husband Man

would say.

Up until recently, we only made our beans with

butter and a tad bit of salt to taste. This recipe has us abandoning

our old way and using this as our new way.

These will make the perfect compliment to any meal

this summer! The olive oil/butter and Italian seasoning keep it savory,

while the lemon juice keeps it sweet & tangy.

Savory, sweet, and tangy…all in one bite??

Ya just can't beat that!

Lemon & Olive Oil Green Beans

(serves 4-6)

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp. lemon zest

Directions:

1. Steam the beans in a steamer basket for 8-10 minutes or until beans are tender.

2. In a small saucepan, heat the remaining ingredients until the butter is melted.

3. Transfer beans into a serving bowl and drizzle with the melted mixture to coat.

Recipe Source: Taste of Home Magazine: June/July 2010 Edition