Green Beans with Za'atar and Lemon

Fresh green beans are steamed in chicken broth until crisp-tender, then tossed with butter and seasoned with aromatic za'atar and bright lemon zest for a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired side dish.

6 servings
9 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 pounds thin green beans (haricot verts), stem ends trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon za'atar
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    In large skillet over medium-high heat, bring the broth to a simmer. Add the green beans, cover pan, and cook, tossing occasionally, until crisp-tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Uncover pan and add butter; toss to coat.

    7 min

  2. 2.

    Remove pan from heat and stir in the za'atar, lemon zest, salt and pepper to taste before serving.

    2 min