Green Beans with Walnut Pesto

Green Beans with Walnut Pesto
Green Beans with Walnut Pesto might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 9% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 8 servings with 242 calories, 4g of protein, and 23g of fat each. 1 person found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. A mixture of pepper, lemon juice, kosher salt, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and fodmap friendly diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

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In a large pot of lightly salted boiling water, cook the beans until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
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Drain and run under cold water to stop the cooking.
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Meanwhile, toast the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until lightly golden, 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reserve half the walnuts and crush the remainder in a resealable plastic bag with a meat pounder or rolling pin. In a large bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, salt, and a few grinds of pepper.
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Add the crushed walnuts, whole walnuts, and beans and toss to coat well.
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Serve cold or at room temperature. (Can be made up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
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Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score63
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