Split Green Beans with Anchovy-Parmesan Dressing

Name: Split Green Beans with Anchovy-Parmesan Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound green beans, trimmed and halved lengthwise; 1 cup parsley leaves; 1 cup baby spinach (1 ounce); 3 drained oil-packed anchovy fillets; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup canola oil; Kosher salt; Salted toasted sunflower seeds and small mint leaves, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
In a saucepan of salted boiling water, blanch the beans until crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
2
Using tongs, transfer to an ice bath to cool; pat dry.
3
Place the beans in a bowl.
4
Blanch the parsley in the boiling water for 2 minutes.
5
Drain and cool in the ice bath.
6
Squeeze out all of the water.
7
In a blender, pulse the parsley with the spinach, anchovies, cheese and mustard.
8
With the machine on, drizzle in 2 tablespoons of water and both oils and blend until combined.
9
Season with salt.
10
Add 3/4 cup of the dressing to the beans, season with salt and toss to coat.
11
Garnish with sunflower seeds and mint; serve the remaining dressing on the side.

1045

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 and halved lengthwise, 1 cup parsley leaves, 1 cup baby spinach (1 ounce), 3 drained oil-packed anchovy fillets, and more.

Yes, Split Green Beans with Anchovy-Parmesan Dressing falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!