Description
Zesty Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter is a vibrant side dish that combines crisp green beans and sweet corn, all enhanced by a tangy lime butter sauce. This delightful recipe not only brightens up your plate but also tantalizes your taste buds, making it a perfect addition to barbecues, weeknight dinners, or holiday feasts. With fresh ingredients and simple preparation steps, you can create this flavorful dish in no time and impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse green beans under cold water and trim both ends. If using corn on the cob, cut off the kernels.
- Boil salted water in a pot; add green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green but crisp. Drain and place in an ice bath.
- In another pot, boil water again; add corn kernels and cook for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain well.
- Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat; stir in lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked green beans and corn; drizzle with lime butter and toss gently.
- Serve on plates or in a bowl, garnished with lime zest if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh produce for the best flavor. Customize seasoning by adding red pepper flakes for heat or herbs for freshness. For a vegan option, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter.