Charred Green Bean Salad with Tangy Lemon Capers and Crispy Garlic Croutons

Ingredients

• •1 pound green beans, trimmed
• •2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• •1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• •1 lemon, zested and juiced
• •2 tablespoons capers, drained
• •2 cups cubed bread (preferably sourdough)
• •2 garlic cloves, minced
• •1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• •1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• •Parmesan cheese, shaved (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Toss the green beans with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. 3

   Char the green beans in the skillet, stirring occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until they are tender and slightly blistered. Remove from heat and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and add the cubed bread.

5. 5

   Cook the bread cubes while stirring frequently for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Add the minced garlic during the last 1 minute of cooking. Remove and set aside.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, lemon zest, and drained capers. Add red pepper flakes if desired.

7. 7

   Toss the charred green beans with the lemon and caper mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

8. 8

   Top the green beans with crispy garlic croutons and chopped parsley.

9. 9

   Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve immediately.