Green Beans with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette & Parmesan Breadcrumbs

I love the lemon zing of these green beans. Meyer lemons are less acidic than standard lemons, and their zest and juice have an herbal, even floral, undertone that makes them yummy.

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Green Beans with Meyer Lemon Vinaigrette & Parmesan Breadcrumbs
I love the lemon zing of these green beans. Meyer lemons are less acidic than standard lemons, and their zest and juice have an herbal, even floral, undertone that makes them yummy.
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2166 calories
120 g
126 g
177 g
45 g
42 g
1275 g
1363 g
20 g
0 g
128 g
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
1275g
Servings
8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2166
Calories from Fat 1561
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 177g
272%
Saturated Fat 42g
211%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 18g
Monounsaturated Fat 110g
Cholesterol 126mg
42%
Sodium 1363mg
57%
Total Carbohydrates 120g
40%
Dietary Fiber 33g
132%
Sugars 20g
Protein 45g
Vitamin A
154%
Vitamin C
185%
Calcium
112%
Iron
56%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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What you need
  1. 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
  2. 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
  3. Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  4. 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  5. Finely grated zest of one Meyer lemon
  6. 1/4 cup fresh Meyer lemon juice
  7. 1/4 cup heavy cream
  8. 2 lb. fresh green beans, trimmed
What you do
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the breadcrumbs with 2 Tbs. of the oil, a generous pinch of salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
  3. Arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  4. Let cool and then transfer to a bowl and mix in the cheese.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk the lemon zest and juice, cream, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
  6. Slowly whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup oil.
  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
  8. Cook the green beans in the boiling water until tender, 4 to 6 minutes; drain well.
  9. Toss the beans with the vinaigrette.
  10. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  11. Transfer the beans to a serving platter and sprinkle with the breadcrumbs.
Adapted from FineCooking
Beta Nutrition
calories
2166
fat
177g
protein
45g
carbs
120g
Full Info.
Adapted from FineCooking
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