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Grilled Green Bean Salad With Szechuan Dressing

Published September 17, 2019
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Grilled Green Bean Salad With Szechuan Dressing
Published September 17, 2019
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Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 25 minutes

Grill the beans outdoors in a grill basket or on a grill pan on the stove. Either way, the high heat yields the same juicy, crisp-tender beans with a delicious smoky char. Paired with a spicy peanut sauce, this easy side dish will steal the show. Add grilled steak or chicken and brown rice for a full meal.

Grilled Green Bean Salad With Szechuan Dressing

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil or Sriracha
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, toasted in a dry pan and finely ground, optional
  • 1 pound (453g) green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons peanuts, finely chopped

Directions

In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, vinegar, chili oil or Sriracha, soy sauce, sugar, and pepper. Set aside.

Preheat a gas grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Toss beans with sesame oil in a large bowl and place on a mesh grill screen on the grill or in the pan. Cook, tossing with tongs occasionally, until beans are tender and charred all over, 6–8 minutes.

Arrange beans on a serving platter, drizzle with dressing, and top with green onions and peanuts. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serves: 4 | Serving size: 3/4 cup (75g) beans, 1 1/2 tablespoons sauce

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 177; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 3mg; Sodium: 276mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 6g; Protein: 6g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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