Nutty Green Beans

We are always on the lookout for interesting green bean side dishes because they can be quick to prepare and everybody seems to love them. Here’s what we discovered:

Test Kitchen Discoveries

• Blanch the green beans in salted, boiling water until tender. The salt in the cooking liquid flavors the beans through to the center. It also helps to keep the green beans bright green.
• Add quick pickled red onion slices for vibrant color and a bright flavor. A quick dunk in a boiling mixture of red wine vinegar, sugar, and salt mellows the sharpness of the onion slices and softens their crunchy texture.
• Add toasted walnuts for a crunchy, slightly bitter accent to the toothsome beans.
• Use fresh tarragon for a classic French touch.