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Pan-roasted radishes and green beans in a cast iron skillet with lemon wedges and fresh dill on a wooden table

Light Roasted Radish and Green Bean Saute with Lemon

Radishes roast until caramelized, then get tossed with sauteed green beans, garlic, and lemon in one skillet for a fast, low-cal side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g radishes halved
  • 300 g green beans trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 220 C / 425 F and line a 33 x 46 cm / 13 x 18 inch sheet pan with parchment.
  2. Halve the radishes and toss them in a mixing bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, the salt, and pepper. Spread them cut-side down on the sheet pan.
  3. Roast for 15 to 18 minutes, flipping once, until the edges are caramelized and a fork slides easily into the center.
  4. While the radishes roast, trim the green beans and pat them dry.
  5. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a 26 cm / 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and saute for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green with blistered spots and tender-crisp.
  6. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds, stirring, until fragrant. Watch closely so it doesn't burn.
  7. Add the roasted radishes to the skillet with the beans. Toss to combine and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to warm everything through.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes if using.
  9. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Scatter the chopped parsley over the top and serve warm.

Notes

  • Cut radishes into even halves for consistent roasting.
  • Pat green beans dry before searing so they blister, not steam.
  • Add lemon juice off the heat to keep the flavor bright.
  • Don't crowd the sheet pan or radishes will steam instead of caramelize.