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Overhead view of cranberry pecan green beans with dried cranberries and chopped pecans on a black plate over a rustic wood table.

Cranberry Pecan Green Beans

Nesting Lane
Cranberry Pecan Green Beans are a quick holiday side dish with fresh green beans, toasted pecans, cranberries, and a maple balsamic finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Equipment

Large Skillet
Large Pot
Colander
Cutting Board
Sharp Knife
Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
 

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Add the green beans and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until crisp-tender.
  • Drain the green beans well and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the pecans and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted and fragrant.
  • Transfer the pecans to a plate.
  • Add the olive oil and shallot to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the shallot softens.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the green beans, salt, and black pepper and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  • Add the dried cranberries, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar and stir until the green beans are evenly coated.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat.
  • Stir in the toasted pecans and serve warm.

Notes

Estimated WW Points: 4  (Check the official WW app for exact points)

Tips and Tricks

Watch the green beans - Cook them just until crisp-tender. They’ll spend a few more minutes in the skillet, so you don’t want them completely soft after boiling.
Keep an eye on the pecans - Nuts can go from toasted to burned quickly. Stir them frequently and transfer them out of the hot skillet as soon as they’re fragrant.
Drain the beans well - Excess water can thin out the maple balsamic mixture and keep it from coating the beans properly.
Wait on the pecans - Stir them in after removing the skillet from the heat so they keep more of their crunch.

Storing and Reheating

Refrigerator - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.
Stovetop - Reheat the green beans in a skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through. This method does the best job of keeping their texture.
Microwave - Microwave individual portions in short intervals until warm. The pecans will soften somewhat, but it works well when you need a quick serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 134kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 203mgPotassium: 297mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 787IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
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