Green Beans with Toasted Panko

 

Green beans are a staple in our house year-round.  This recipe brightens them up a bit and adds a little variety.  It's a great recipe when you want a yummy dinner in a hurry.  

1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp kosher salt, divided

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

2 tsp lemon zest

2 tsp chopped fresh tarragon

1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.  Line a sheet pan with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.  

Rinse beans in a colander.  Place wet beans into a large bowl.  Drizzle with 1 Tbsp of the olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt.  Toss to coat and then spread in an even layer on your prepared sheet pan.  

Roast uncovered for 20 minutes or until tender, stirring once.

Heat remaining olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.  Add the garlic and stir 30 seconds.  Add panko and stir about 2 minutes or until golden brown.  Add the lemon zest, tarragon, 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp of freshly ground black pepper.  

Place cooked beans in a serving bowl and sprinkle with the panko mixture to serve.