Nutty Green Beans

The nuts add a crunchy texture to the green beans. Quick & easy yet, it adds a bit of elegance to our friend the bean.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb fresh green beans, trimmed
• 3  tablespoons lite olive oil
• 1  teaspoon  balsamic vinegar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4  tablespoons  coarsley chopped walnuts or 4  tablespoons  coarsley chopped pecans, toasted
•  lemon wedge (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large non stick skillet bring an inch of water to boil.
2. Add beans and cook uncovered until beans are still crisp (about 5 minutes).
3. Drain beans.
4. Place green beans on a serving platter and keep warm.
5. Add olive oil to the skillet plus vinegar and pepper.
6. When this mixture is sizzling stir in the nuts.
7. Drizzle sauce over the beans.
8. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve.