Description
Brighten your meal with this vibrant Zesty Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter. This refreshing dish combines tender green beans and sweet corn, all enhanced by a zesty lime-infused butter that adds a delightful zing. Perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, it’s an easy side that will impress your guests with its colorful presentation and bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and trimming the green beans. Shuck the corn if using fresh.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook green beans for 3 minutes until bright green, then add corn and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Stir in lime juice.
- Toss the drained vegetables in a large bowl with lime butter until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, include red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños. - Substitute lemon juice for lime for a different citrus twist. - Pair with grilled chicken or fish tacos for a complete meal.