Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Lemon

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Green Beans with Hazelnuts and Lemon

 

The hazelnuts and lemon zest add a wonderful light touch.

 

Makes 8 servings.

 

1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest

1/3 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts

salt and pepper to taste

 

1- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook beans 3 to 8 minutes or

until tender. Drain and place in a large bowl.

 

2- Add olive oil, lemon zest, hazelnuts, salt and pepper. Beans may be

made 1 day ahead, chilled and covered. Reheat beans, preferably in a

microwave.