Green beans with pangrattato

Discover the ultimate Green Beans with Pangrattato recipe! Fresh green beans are elevated with crispy garlic breadcrumbs, zesty lemon, and fragrant parsley. A perfect blend of flavors and textures for a delightful side dish that's both easy and delicious.

  • 04 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Green beans with pangrattato

Green beans with pangrattato is a delicious and nutritious side dish that brings together the crunchiness of toasted breadcrumb topping with the freshness of green beans. This recipe is perfect for adding a bit of zest and texture to your meal, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts.

Ingredients:

4 slices white bread
140g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
2 garlic cloves
6g
2 tbsp lemon zest
30g
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
27g
2 cups green beans
460g
2 tbsp butter
30g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bread Crumbs:
- Tear the white bread into smaller pieces and place them into a food processor. Pulse until the bread forms coarse crumbs.
2. Toast the Bread Crumbs:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the bread crumbs and toast, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add Lemon Zest and Parsley:
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon zest and chopped parsley. Mix well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the pangrattato (bread crumb mixture) to a bowl and set aside.
4. Cook the Green Beans:
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt.
- Add the green beans and cook until tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process and retain their bright green color. Drain again.
5. Combine the Green Beans and Pangrattato:
- In the same skillet used for toasting the bread crumbs, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the green beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they are warmed through.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle the pangrattato over the green beans. Toss to combine and ensure the green beans are well-coated with the flavored bread crumbs.
6. Serve:
- Transfer the green beans with pangrattato to a serving dish. Enjoy immediately while warm.

Tips:

- Use day-old bread for the pangrattato to get the best crunch.

- Blanch the green beans in advance and quickly immerse them in an ice bath to retain their vibrant color and prevent overcooking.

- Feel free to add a pinch of chili flakes to the pangrattato if you prefer a bit of heat.

- Make sure to finely chop the garlic and parsley to distribute their flavors evenly.

Green beans with pangrattato is a simple yet flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. The combination of crispy pangrattato and tender green beans, enhanced with garlic and lemon zest, makes it a standout side that pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size120 grams
Energy
Calories 130kcal6%
Protein
Protein 3.85g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 18g5%
Fiber 2.78g7%
Sugar 3.82g4%
Fat
Fat 7g9%
Saturated 2.83g9%
Cholesterol 12mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 88ug9%
Choline 16mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.19mg16%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg11%
Vitamin B3 1.74mg11%
Vitamin B6 0.15mg9%
Vitamin B9 60ug15%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 16mg17%
Vitamin E 0.40mg3%
Vitamin K 110ug90%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 90mg7%
Copper, Cu 0.09mg10%
Iron, Fe 1.88mg17%
Magnesium, Mg 27mg7%
Phosphorus, P 60mg5%
Potassium, K 220mg6%
Selenium, Se 6ug11%
Sodium, Na 120mg8%
Zinc, Zn 0.45mg4%
Water
Water 80g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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