Lemon Green Beans with Walnuts

A great side dish!  I can't wait until fresh green beans show up at farmer markets!

Lemon Green Beans with Walnuts

Source:  AllRecipes.Com

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1 lb. green beans, trimmed and cut into 2 pieces

2 1/2 TBSPS. unsalted butter, melted

1 lemon, juiced & zested

salt and pepper to taste

Directions

~  Preheat oven to 375.  Arrange nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.  Toast in the preheated oven until lightly, browned, approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

~  Place green beans in a steamer over 1 inch of boiling water, and cover.  Steam for 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender but still bright green.

~  Place cooked beans in a large bowl, and toss with butter, lemon juice , and lemon zest.  Season with salt and pepper.  Transfer beans to a serving dish, and sprinkle toasted walnuts.  Serve immediately.