Green beans (lobi) with pine nuts and basil

1 serving

15 minutes

This exquisite European cuisine recipe combines the freshness of green beans, crunchy pine nuts, and aromatic basil, creating a harmonious flavor with a slight tang from balsamic vinegar. The dish has a special elegance due to the combination of textures and natural aromas. The beans add juiciness, the nuts provide richness, and the basil brings freshness and a hint of spice. Historically, dishes with green bean pods are found in Mediterranean culinary tradition where the freshness of ingredients plays a key role. It is an ideal side dish for fish and meat dishes as well as a wonderful light dinner or appetizer. Served hot immediately after preparation to maximize the richness of flavor nuances.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 631.8
• Proteins: 12.6g
• Fats: 48.4g
• Carbohydrates: 34g

Ingredients

• Garlic: 1 clove
• Green beans: 200 g
• Red Basil: to taste
• Pine nuts: 50 g
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Balsamic vinegar: 3 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Put a small pot of salted water on the fire. Rinse the beans under the tap, trim the tough ends of the pods, and cut the pods in half crosswise (or leave them whole). Boil the pods in boiling water for 5 minutes. Drain the water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green beans: 200 g
   • Red Basil:  to taste

2. Heat the pan over medium heat and sauté finely chopped garlic in a little olive oil for 1 minute until fragrant.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon

3. Add pine nuts to the garlic and fry for another 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 50 g

4. Now add the beans, balsamic vinegar, and basil leaves, sauté on high heat, stirring constantly for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green beans: 200 g
   • Balsamic vinegar: 3 tablespoons
   • Red Basil:  to taste