Cranberry-Orange Sautéed Green Beans with Pecans
Elevate your holiday table with these vibrant and flavorful Cranberry-Orange Sautéed Green Beans with Pecans. This delightful dish combines fresh green beans with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce infused with fresh orange juice, resulting in a perfect balance of flavors that's both festive and healthy. Topped with crunchy toasted pecans, it's the ideal side dish for any holiday gathering or a nutritious addition to your daily meals. Celebrated for its nourishing ingredients, this recipe is a favorite at Green Mountain at Fox Run, a retreat dedicated to women's health and wellness.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
fresh green beans
4 cups (trimmed and cleaned)
olive oil
1 tablespoon (or orange flavored olive oil)
fresh cranberries
1/4 cup (chopped)
sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons (to taste)
orange juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
pecans
2 tablespoons (chopped and toasted)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from oven and set aside.
2
While the pecans are toasting, prepare the green beans. You can either steam them by bringing a pot of water to a boil and placing the green beans in a steamer basket for 5-7 minutes or microwave them in a microwave-safe bowl with a few tablespoons of water for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. After cooking, drain any excess water.
3
In a small nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped cranberries, sugar, and orange juice to the skillet.
4
Cook the mixture, stirring gently, until the cranberries become soft and the liquid thickens to a syrupy consistency, about 3-4 minutes.
5
Once the cranberry mixture is ready, add the steamed green beans to the skillet. Toss them well to coat evenly with the cranberry sauce.
6
Gently fold in the toasted pecans, mixing to combine all the ingredients. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is Cranberry-Orange Sautéed Green Beans with Pecans.
How many servings does this dish yield?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
Is this green bean recipe vegan?
Yes, this recipe is plant-based and suitable for a vegan diet.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the ingredients listed are naturally gluten-free.
What temperature should the oven be set to for toasting pecans?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do the pecans need to toast?
The pecans should be toasted for about 10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
What is the primary vegetable used in this dish?
The primary vegetable is 4 cups of fresh green beans.
How should the green beans be prepared before cooking?
The green beans should be trimmed and cleaned.
What are the two recommended methods for pre-cooking the green beans?
The green beans can be either steamed or microwaved.
How long should I steam the green beans?
Steam them in a steamer basket for 5-7 minutes.
How long should I microwave the green beans?
Microwave them in a bowl with water for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
What type of oil is recommended for sautéing?
One tablespoon of olive oil or orange-flavored olive oil is recommended.
What kind of cranberries are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of fresh, chopped cranberries.
How much sugar is added to the cranberry mixture?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar, or to taste.
What type of orange juice should be used?
Two tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice are required.
What heat level should I use for the cranberry mixture?
The cranberry mixture should be heated over medium heat.
How long does the cranberry sauce take to cook in the skillet?
It takes about 3-4 minutes until the cranberries are soft and the liquid thickens.
What is the target consistency for the cranberry liquid?
The liquid should reach a syrupy consistency.
When are the green beans added to the skillet?
Add the steamed green beans once the cranberry mixture has thickened into a syrupy consistency.
When do I add the pecans?
Gently fold in the toasted pecans at the very end after tossing the beans in the cranberry sauce.
Should the pecans be whole or chopped?
The pecans should be chopped and toasted.
What is the source of this recipe?
This recipe is a favorite at Green Mountain at Fox Run, a retreat for women's health.
What holidays are mentioned for this side dish?
This dish is specifically mentioned as ideal for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
What category of food does this recipe fall under?
It is categorized as a Vegetable side dish.
Should this dish be served hot or cold?
This dish should be served warm.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 total ingredients.
How much orange juice is needed?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of orange juice.
Is the sugar amount fixed?
No, the 1 1/2 teaspoons of sugar can be adjusted to taste.
What balance of flavors does this dish provide?
It provides a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors from the cranberry-orange infusion.
What is the dietary focus of the organization that provided this recipe?
Green Mountain at Fox Run is dedicated to women's health and wellness.