Zesty Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter
Zesty Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that combines crisp green beans and sweet corn, all coated in a tangy lime butter sauce. Perfect for summer barbecues or elegant dinner parties, this recipe is both simple and impressive. The bright colors and delightful flavors will elevate any meal, ensuring your guests are left craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (about 2 ears of corn)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends. Cut corn kernels from the cob if using fresh corn.
- Boil salted water in a pot; add green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté sweet corn for about 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Combine cooked green beans with sautéed corn in the skillet; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together remaining melted butter, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over vegetables before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg