Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Lemon

The hazelnuts and lemon zest add a wonderful light touch. It's a favorite!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 87 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
• ⅓ cup chopped toasted hazelnuts

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook beans 3 to 8 minutes or until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl.

Step 2

Add olive oil, lemon zest, hazelnuts, salt and pepper. Beans may be made 1 day ahead, chilled and covered. Reheat beans, preferably in a microwave.