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Garlic Butter Green Beans with Honey, Lemon & Prosciutto Crisps

Tender green beans are sautéed in garlicky butter, lightly glazed with honey and lemon, and topped with toasted pistachios, crispy prosciutto, and delicate Parmesan curls. The mix of flavors salty, sweet, tangy, and buttery, makes every bite shine.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Green beans trimmed
  • 4 Slices prosciutto
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • ¼ Shelled pistachios roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup Shaved Parmesan curls
  • Salt & pepper shakers to taste
  • Dried cranberries optional

Equipment

  • Knife & cutting board
  • Baking Sheet
  • Vegetable peeler for Parmesan curls
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Make the Prosciutto Crisps
    Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    Lay prosciutto slices flat (not overlapping) and bake for 8–10 minutes, until deep pink and crisp.
    Let cool completely, they’ll continue to crisp as they cool. Once cooled, break into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Toast the Pistachios
    In a large skillet, toast chopped pistachios over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
    Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  3.  Blanch the Green Beans
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
    Add green beans and cook for 2–3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender.
    Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking, this keeps them crisp and vibrant.
  4. Sauté in Garlic Butter
    In the same skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat.
    Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
    Add green beans and toss to coat in the garlic butter.
  5.  Add the Glaze and Finish
    Drizzle in honey, add lemon zest and juice, and toss until the beans are glossy and evenly coated.
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    Remove from heat and toss in toasted pistachios.
    Arrange on a serving platter and top with crumbled prosciutto crisps and shaved Parmesan curls.
    Optional: sprinkle with dried cranberries for a festive pop of color.