Market Watch: String Beans

Also known as snap beans or green beans, string beans aren’t just for Thanksgiving casseroles.

By: Dana Angelo White, M.S., R.D., A.T.C.

Also known as snap beans or green beans, nutrient-filled string beans aren’t just for Thanksgiving casseroles.

Piles of slender green and yellow beans are spilling over tables at the farmers’ market this time of year. Whatever color you choose (they have similar flavor), they’re marvelous for salads and stir fries, but that’s not all. Here are 5 delectable uses you probably haven’t tried… it’s time to start!

Grilled in a foil packet with olive oil, lemon and garlic
Pickled with red chilies
Blanched with ranch dressing for dipping
Dried and sprinkled with sea salt
Sauteed with butter and topped with toasted pine nuts and fresh dill

Recipes to try:

String Beans With Garlic

Spicy Parmesan Green Beans and Kale

Blackened Green Beans

Green Bean Salad

Tuna and Green Bean Salad

Hot Pickled Green Beans

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