Name: Green Beans and Arugula
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: Makes 6 side-dish servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lb green beans, trimmed; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced lengthwise; 1/2 lb arugula, tough stems discarded and leaves chopped (6 cups); 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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Green Beans and ArugulaJohn Kernick

This dish is a welcome departure from run-of-the-mill sides. Lemon zest and golden garlic give wilted arugula and tender green beans multidimensional flavor.

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