Like many otherThanksgiving favorites, green beans don’t get much attention outside of Turkey Day.

If you’re anything like me, your green bean game is in dire need of some inspiration.

They’re also excellent in a handful of unexpected recipesgreen bean tacos, anyone?

Plate of blistered green beans with spicy yogurt sauce.

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Basically, there’s not a lot the crunchy veg can’t do.

They make a great appetizer for a party, or an excellent snack when you need a treat.

Try serving it over a bed of brown rice or a with a side of flatbread.

Green beans in a bowl with pasta.

Almonds and chickpeas add a crunch and heft that put it on another playing field.

Tuscan Tortellini Vegetable SoupfromCooking Classy

Yes, you’re free to put green beans in soup!

Green beans fried in tempura.

Green bean curry.

Tart with green beans cheese more.

Skillet filled with chicken lemons more.

Salad with peaches green beans more.

Platter of green beans with olives nuts more.

Green bean potato salad.

Stew filled with green beans chickpeas more.

Plate of stirfry with tofu green beans more.

Pot of soup with tortellini and lots of veggies.

Plate of blistered green beans with spicy yogurt sauce.

Plate of green beans with quinoa and a fried egg.

Tacos filled with corn and green beans.

Platter of spicy green beans.