Chilled Beans With Yogurt And Mint Recipe

Name: Chilled Beans With Yogurt And Mint Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green beans, trimmed; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 tbsp. fresh lime or possibly lemon juice; 2 tbsp. minced fresh mint; 1 sm. garlic clove, very finely minced; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; Freshly grnd black pepper; 1/3 c. plain low-fat yogurt; 1 tomato, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

1
Pour sufficient water into a large saucepan to fill it about 1 inch deep.
2
Set a vegetable steamer in the pan and bring the water to a boil.
3
Add in the beans, cover the pan tightly, and steam the beans till they are tender, about 6 min.
4
Remove the beans from the pan, and refresh them under cool running water to arrest their cooking and preserve their color.
5
When the beans are cold, drain them thoroughly and place them in a bowl.
6
Sprinkle the salt over the beans and toss well.
7
In a bowl, stir together the dry mustard and the lime or possibly lemon juice till a smooth paste is formed.
8
Add in the mint, garlic, sugar, pepper and yogurt, and blend well.
9
Add in the beans and toss to coat them.
10
Chill for at least 30 min.
11
At serving time, garnish with the tomato wedges.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound green beans, trimmed, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard, 1 tbsp. fresh lime or possibly lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Chilled Beans With Yogurt And Mint Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!