Lemon Parmesan Green Beans

Serves 6

Packed with lots of zesty flavor, this side dish will impress. Use Ziploc® brand bags to help store ingredients you prep ahead of time, and make it in a snap!

Ingredients

  • 2

    shallots, thinly sliced

  • 1
    pound fresh green beans
  • 1

    lemon

  • ½

    cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
  • ½

    cup pecans or walnuts, toasted

Directions

  • 1

    In a large sauté pan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add shallots and sauté until softened; about 3 minutes. 

  • 2

    Add green beans, a pinch of salt, and ¼ cup water. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes until green beans are tender but firm. 

  • 3

    Remove cover and simmer until water, if remaining, has evaporated. With a grater, remove the zest from the lemon, slice in half, and juice the lemon. 

  • 4

    Add lemon juice, zest, Parmesan, walnuts, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss and serve.