This American recipe offers a delicious blend of sweet and savory, perfect for a meal with friends or a family dinner. Green beans are sautéed with crunchy walnuts and dried cranberries, all enhanced with a touch of balsamic vinegar.

Sautéed Green Beans with Walnuts and Cranberries (United States)

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Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Total time 20 mins

Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Special regime:

Naturally gluten-free

Cooking method: Traditional

Ingredients

Servings

• 500g fresh , cleaned green beans (or frozen green beans)

• 125g of roughly chopped walnuts

• 70g of dried cranberries

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

• 1 clove of garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Orange zest (optional)

Preparation

1. Blanch the green beans: Boil salted water in a large saucepan. Plunge the green beans in for 5 minutes, then drain. Set aside.
2. Sauté the green beans: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté briefly. Add the green beans and sauté for 5 minutes.
3. Add the walnuts and cranberries: Stir in the walnuts and cranberries, and continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
4. Finishing: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, mix and season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
5. Serving: Arrange in a serving dish and garnish with orange zest for a touch of acidity and freshness.

Keywords: Green beans with walnuts and cranberries, green bean recipe, American recipe

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