Green Beans

Green beans are the slender, crisp pods of vitality, carrying fresh, vegetal sweetness and a gentle earthiness. Their flavor is clean, bright, and slightly grassy, with a satisfying crunch that balances both raw and cooked applications. They embody renewal, energy, and the quiet strength of growing plants.

VOLUME
Moderate

FLAVOR PAIRINGS
Almond, amaranth, apple, apricot, arugula, basil, beet, bell pepper, blackberry, blueberry, bok choy, broccoli, buckwheat, cabbage, carrot, cashew, cauliflower, chia, chervil, chive, cilantro, cinnamon, clove, coconut, coconut cream, coconut sugar, coriander, cranberry, cucumber, currants, date syrup, dill, fennel, fig, garlic, ginger, grapefruit, kale, kiwi, lemon, lime, lychee, maca, mango, maple syrup, marjoram, melon, mint, mulberry, nasturtium, nori, oat milk, okra, orange, oregano, papaya, passionfruit, peach, pear, pineapple, pomegranate, pomegranate molasses, pumpkin, radish, raspberry, red cabbage, rosemary, saffron, sage, sea salt, sesame, snow peas, spinach, star anise, sunflower seed, sorrel, tahini, tamarind, tangerine, tarragon, thyme, turmeric, vanilla, walnut, watercress, white miso, yam, yuzu, zucchini, avocado, avocado oil, walnut oil, almond oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, cacao, cacao nibs, vegan chocolate, cashew cream, coconut cream, plant yogurt, vegan labneh, vegan cream cheese, vinegar, kombucha, lemon juice, orange zest, maple syrup, date syrup, coconut sugar, jaggery, molasses, rice syrup, agave, rosewater, orange blossom, hibiscus, chamomile, lavender, maca, matcha, vegan elixirs, vegan smoothie bowls, vegan tonic, vegan soups, vegan stews, vegan sauces, vegan dips, roasted vegetables, grains, legumes, plant-based spreads, vegan salads, vegan wraps

SELECTING
Choose green beans that are firm, crisp, and vibrant green, with no blemishes or yellowing. Organic beans preserve flavor and energetic integrity. Avoid limp, spotted, or shriveled pods.

HOW TO USE
Steam, sauté, roast, or add raw to salads for fresh crunch. Pair with citrus, herbs, spices, nuts, seeds, or plant-based oils to enhance brightness and vegetal depth. Works in stir-fries, casseroles, grains, and plant-based stews.

STORING
Store in a perforated bag in the refrigerator and use within three to five days for optimal freshness, flavor, and vibrational integrity.

SUBSTITUTIONS
Snap peas, snow peas, asparagus, or haricot verts depending on texture and flavor intensity.

HEALTH BENEFITS
Rich in vitamins A, C, K, fiber, and antioxidants. Supports immune function, digestion, and cellular health. Energetically, green beans refresh, invigorate, and sustain, promoting clarity, balance, and gentle vitality.

CONCERNS
Avoid overcooking to prevent loss of nutrients, flavor, and texture.

HISTORY
Green beans have been cultivated for centuries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Celebrated for their versatility, nutrition, and bright, vegetal energy, they remain a foundational ingredient in plant-based, high-vibration cuisine.