Green Beans with Figs and Pumpkin Seeds

Kelly Kolb
With 15 years of working around some of the most brilliant culinary experts, I pride myself on creating delicious and nutritious meals that bring joy to the family table.
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Published: 1/13/2020

A sauce for green beans that both kids and adults will love.

To prepare the green beans, steam 2 (12-ounce) packages of green beans in the microwave according to the package directions. Place in a large bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.

Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 10 minutes
Serves: 8 Save

Ingredients (7)

  • Pumpkin Seeds:
  • 1 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup fig preserves

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. To prepare pumpkin seeds, place seeds on a baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Place under the broiler 2 minutes, or until nicely toasted. Remove and let cool.
  3. Toss steamed green beans with fig preserves. Place on a platter and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds. (Analysis includes green beans.)

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