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Side dishes sometimes become somewhat of an afterthought, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Seasoned green beans make a great side dish for almost any main course, and wrapped in Cedar Wood grilling wraps, they are so fast and simple to prepare. It’s surprisingly bright and flavourful, and also vegan and gluten-free.

Cedar Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans – serves 2-4

You’ll need:

  • Cedar Wood Grilling Wraps
  • Green Beans
  • Olive Oil
  • Fresh Mixed herbs, chopped (parsley, sage, oregano, basil)
  • Lemon zest
  • Salt
  • Pepper
Grilling Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans

Step 1:
Par cook the green beans in a pot of boiling water or steam them until just underdone. They should be vibrant green and still a little crisp.

Step 2:
Soak the grilling wraps for about 10 minutes.

Step 3:
Place green beans in the wrap, parallel with the grain of the wood.

Step 4:
Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with herbs and lemon zest.

Step 5:
Roll the wrap around the green beans, secure with twine and grill until done, about 10 minutes.

If you are motivated by a desire to eat more fresh, seasonal produce, you simply can’t go wrong with this one. The magic of this recipe is that it only requires a handful of ingredients, and you probably already have most of them on hand. Whether you are grilling up some meat or poaching a simple fish fillet, this is a great pick for whatever you want to pair it with.