Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes is a simple, flavorful side dish that combines the earthiness of potatoes with the fresh, crisp taste of green beans, all seasoned with the creamy, tangy flavors of ranch seasoning. It’s a great way to elevate these everyday vegetables with minimal effort. Here’s a quick and easy recipe to make this delicious side:
Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes or small Yukon gold potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 lb (450g) fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix (or homemade ranch seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the potatoes: Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes, depending on their size. If you’re using larger potatoes, cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Once done, drain the potatoes and set them aside.
- Blanch the green beans: While the potatoes are cooking, bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they’re tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This helps them maintain their bright green color and crisp texture.
- Toss the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked potatoes and blanched green beans. Drizzle with olive oil and melted butter (if using). Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper over the vegetables, and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve: Transfer the ranch-seasoned green beans and potatoes to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a burst of color and freshness.
- Enjoy: Serve the ranch green beans and potatoes as a side dish with your favorite main course—it’s perfect with grilled chicken, pork chops, or steak!
Tips:
- Variation: You can also roast the potatoes and green beans together in the oven for an extra crispy texture. Toss the potatoes and green beans in the seasoning and spread them out on a baking sheet. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Homemade ranch seasoning: If you don’t have a ranch seasoning packet, you can make your own using a mix of dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried chives or mustard powder.
- Add-ins: For extra flavor, consider adding crumbled bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, or sautéed onions to the dish.
This Ranch Green Beans and Potatoes recipe is an easy, tasty, and versatile side dish that’s sure to become a regular at your dinner table!
