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Quick Zesty Green Beans

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"Here's a change of pace: crispy stir-fried beans that are excellent as an appetizer or side dish. Green vegetables are rich in antioxidants and tied to lower risks for certain cancers." — USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

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1 pound fresh string beans, stem ends removed
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 teaspoon OLD BAY® Blackened Seasoning

1/3 cup pecan pieces
Salt, to taste

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Directions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Add green beans, return to a boil and cook 1 minute; the beans should still be crisp. Drain the beans; don't rinse.
In a large skillet or wok, add oil. Heat until very hot (the skillet is ready when a drop of water in the oil sizzles). Add beans and cook about 1 minute, turning often with tongs or spatula. Sprinkle on pecans and Old Bay. Turn the beans and pecans to coat with oil and spices; cook about 2 minutes more, or until beans and nuts are slightly browned. Salt to taste and serve.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 07, 2012

I used EVOO instead of canola oil only because that was all I had on hand. I did not have Old Bay on hand but I did have homemade cajun seasoning that I used in equal amounts. We LOVED these green beans. They were anything but average for us.

—Sarah Jo

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jul 05, 2012

I've got to agree with one other reviewer - these are not really that tasty. I was looking for a memorable side dish with green beans - and, this is just not it. Couldn't really taste the Old Bay seasoning on the beans, either. Tried adding grated parmesan cheese, and that helped a wee bit.

—Carly J

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64 Ratings

Jan 20, 2006

I never thought of using Old Bay on green beans. I loved it! I omitted the nuts and added bacon bits and it was great! I made this with the Spinach Stuffed Chicken and it was a great meal!

—mblahblah

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Jun 15, 2008

This was quite good! I made some changes. I heated about 1/2Tbsp of olive oil, sauteed some diced onion and garlic for a few seconds, added 1/2Tbsp butter, Then I added the vegetables (I'd half cooked them in the steamer). I added some julienned carrots and yellow peppers to the green beans for extra vitamins and color. I made them for Father's Day and my family loved them. Even my notoriously picky sister asked for the recipe. I almost fell over in shock.

—CAMCHES

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Aug 09, 2007

These beans were FANTASTIC! I couldn't find any old bay blackening seasoning (I had never even heard of it), so I found a recipe to make my own blackening seasoning. They turned out perfect, even my boyfriend gives them a 5/5.

—ObscureDreamer

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Nov 06, 2007

Well, I'm getting old. Thought I had pecans, but didn't. Used almonds instead. Forgot the recipe called for BLACKENED Old Bay- didn't have any, so used regular Old Bay. Turned out great anyway!

—MELLO 57

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Jul 15, 2005

AWESOME, the only change i made was that I ground up the pecans into meal...

—COOKIEMONSTER89

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Oct 08, 2007

SO, SO, SO GOOD!!!!! My kids don't like green beans... But they loved this recipe!!! My husband and I loved it too!!!! I didn't change anything and I already make it three times... This is one of my favorite vegetable side dishes.

—Vanessa

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Nutrition

Calories
135 kcal
7%

Carbohydrates
9.5 g
3%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
10.8 g
17%

Fiber
4.8 g
19%

Protein
3 g
6%

Sodium
151 mg
6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Quick Zesty Green Beans

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 135
Calories from Fat: 97

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.8g 17 %
Saturated Fat 0.9g 5 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 151mg 6 %
** Potassium 278mg 8 %
Total Carbohydrates 9.5g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 4.8g 19 %
Protein 3g 6 %
Sugars 2g
** Vitamin A 16 %
** Vitamin C 31 %
** Calcium 6 %
** Iron 14 %
** Thiamin 16 %
** Niacin 11 %
** Vitamin B6 7 %
** Magnesium 14 %
** Folate 25 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.