Green Beans And Red Potatoes For 2 is a simply seasoned, colorful veggie side dish. It’s delicious, and easy to make in under 15 minutes!
Today I want to share a simple recipe for a delicious vegetable side dish I think you’re going to enjoy! I was able to make this dish this past summer using green beans, red potatoes and fresh parsley from our little backyard raised bed garden, which made it even more fun!
This recipe is so simple to make using only a few ingredients. Even though the recipe (as written) only makes enough for two servings, it can easily be doubled or tripled to satisfy your needs!
This easy to prepare side dish has great flavor, thanks to the addition of a few common spices, butter and parsley. Here’s how to make green beans and red potatoes for 2.
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What Ingredients Do I Need To Make This Dish?
To make this dish for two people, you will need 5 ounces of fresh green beans, and 3 small-medium red potatoes (about 5 ounces total). You will also need fresh parsley, butter, salt, pepper and paprika, to season the veggies.
Remove the stem end from the beans, then either leave the beans whole OR cut them in 2″ pieces. I have done this both ways, and it will not affect the end result whichever way you prefer.
Wash the potatoes well, but do NOT peel them. Cut each potato into small cubes (about ½” – ¾”).
Steam The Beans And Potatoes
Place the whole OR cut green beans and the potato pieces in a steamer basket set over a couple inches of water in a saucepan.
Cover the pan and bring the water to a boil on Medium heat. Steam the beans and potatoes for about 6-8 minutes OR until the potatoes are tender (can be easily pierced with a knife).
When the vegetables are finished cooking, remove the steamer basket from the pan, letting any water drain off. Immediately transfer the hot green beans and red potatoes into a small serving bowl.
Time To Add The Seasoning
Add 2 teaspoons of butter and chopped fresh parsley, then season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Stir well, until the butter melts and the seasonings are fully combined with the veggies.
Serve The Green Beans and Red Potatoes
Serve the green beans and red potatoes immediately while they’re hot! This is such a simple side dish, but the vegetables pair well with most meats and add color and flavor to any meal.
The recipe, as written below, will yield enough for two small servings of green beans and red potatoes. It is super easy to double this recipe, so if you want LARGER portions or are feeding more people, go for it!
I hope you have the opportunity to make this classic veggie dish. We love the convenience of how easy it is to make, and trust you will, too!
Thanks for stopping by, and I invite you to come back soon for more family-friendly recipes. Take care, may God bless you… and have a GREAT day!
Looking For More VEGETABLE SIDE DISH Recipes?
You can find ALL of my recipes in the Recipe Index, which is located at the top of the page. I have LOTS of delicious vegetable dishes to check out, including:
- Apple Pecan Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Baked Parmesan Zucchini Fries
- Brussel Sprout Casserole For Two
- Candied Sweet Potatoes
- Lemon Hazelnut Green Beans
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Recipe adapted from: “Favorite Family Recipes”, page 78, published in 2014 by The American Heart Association and Publications, International, Ltd.
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Green Beans And Red Potatoes For 2 is a simply seasoned, colorful veggie side dish. It's delicious, and easy to make in under 15 minutes!
- 5 ounces fresh green beans trim ends, leave whole or cut in 2" pieces
- 5 ounces medium red potatoes cut in ½"-¾" cubes (approx. 3 small)
- 1 Tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
- 2 teaspoons butter
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch paprika
Remove stem end of beans; leave beans whole OR cut in 2" pieces. Wash potatoes, but do NOT peel them. Cut potatoes into small cubes (about ½" - ¾").
Place beans and cubed potatoes in a steamer basket, set over 2" of water in a saucepan. Cover pan; bring water to a boil on Medium heat. Steam beans and potatoes for 6-8 minutes OR until potatoes are tender (easily pierced with a knife).
Remove steamer basket from pan, letting any water drain off. Immediately transfer hot green beans and red potatoes into a small serving bowl.
Add butter, parsley, salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Stir well, until butter melts and seasonings are combined with veggies. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
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