String Beans With Sesame Dressing

By Moira Hodgson

Total Time
20 minutes
Rating
4(44)
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Ingredients

  • 1pound string beans
  • 3 to 4tablespoons sesame paste (tahini)
  • 1clove garlic, minced
  • 2tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2tablespoons peanut or safflower oil
  • 3tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • Course salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

241 calories; 21 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 6 grams monounsaturated fat; 11 grams polyunsaturated fat; 12 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 332 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Trim the string beans and cut them on the bias into two-inch pieces. Steam them until tender.

  2. Step 2

    Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a bowl. Add the beans and toss thoroughly. If necessary, add more sesame paste or oil. Serve hot or cold.

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Nish Bhutani

These are delicious. Skip the peanut / safflower oil, as they are not needed and make the dish too oily.

mal

I must confess my sins. I forgot the garlic. I had set aside two cloves and just forgot to add them in. Was still delicious. Would have been better with the garlic 🧄

mal

I must confess my sins. I forgot the garlic. I had set aside two cloves and just forgot to add them in. Was still delicious. Would have been better with the garlic 🧄

Nish Bhutani

These are delicious. Skip the peanut / safflower oil, as they are not needed and make the dish too oily.

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