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Green Beans with Mushrooms

Green Beans with Mushrooms: A Quick & Delicious Side Dish

This Green Beans with Mushrooms recipe is a quick and healthy Thanksgiving side dish that pleases the palate and fits gluten-free and lower-carb diets.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Trimmed for optimal crunch
  • 8 ounces Cremini Mushrooms Rich umami flavor; substitute with button mushrooms
  • 1 medium Red Onion Adds sweetness and depth; shallots can be used
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fresh Black Pepper Substitute with white pepper if desired
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can use dairy-free butter for a vegan option
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Stock Vegetable stock works for vegetarian option

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Green Beans: Clean and trim the fresh green beans, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  2. Layer the Ingredients: Slice cremini mushrooms and red onion, layer on top of green beans, and dot with butter.
  3. Add the Chicken Stock: Pour in chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cook the Vegetables: Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are crisp-tender and stock thickens.
  5. Adjust the Heat: Raise heat if green beans are tender before stock thickens, adding more stock if needed.
  6. Final Seasoning and Serve: Adjust seasoning before serving immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for best flavor, adjust cooking times based on your stove's heat, and store leftovers properly for best results.

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