Green Bean and Caramelized Onion Side recipe
This Green Bean and Caramelized Onion side dish is a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, making it a great addition to any meal. The green beans are blanched to perfection, maintaining their crispness, while the onions are slowly caramelized until golden and sweet. With a hint of garlic, optional balsamic vinegar for depth, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, this dish is both simple and flavorful. Whether you’re serving it alongside a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this green bean and caramelized onion recipe will elevate any plate.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
For the vegetables:
1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the seasoning:
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon sugar (optional, helps onions caramelize)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Caramelize onions:
Heat butter and oil in large skillet
Add sliced onions and sugar
Cook on medium-low for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally
Add garlic in last 2 minutes
2. Prepare green beans:
Bring pot of salted water to boil
Blanch green beans for 3-4 minutes
Ice bath to stop cooking
Drain well
3. Combine:
Add blanched beans to caramelized onions
Toss with balsamic vinegar
Season with salt and pepper
Add thyme and red pepper flakes
4. Finish:
Heat through for 2-3 minutes
Garnish with fresh parsley
Serve immediately
Caramelized Onion Nutrition:
Calories: 50
Total Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Omega-3 fatty acids: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 6g
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 50mg
Cholesterol: 0mg
Green Bean Nutrition:
Calories: 55
Total Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Omega-3 fatty acids: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 10mg
Cholesterol: 0mg