GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND PINE NUTS

By LindaW1955

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
• 4 teaspoons olive oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Preparation

Step 1

Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Drain and immediately place beans in ice water. Drain and pat dry.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the parsley, olive oil, lemon peel, salt and pepper. Pour over beans; sprinkle with pine nuts. Toss to coat. Yield: 8 servings.