SMOKED PAPRIKA GREEN BEANS

I am always finding new ways to make green beans. I found a very good quality of smoked paprika in a small market and used it in this recipe. These green beans may become addictive...that's how good they are!

2 lbs green beans, root end broken off

2 T avocado oil

2 shallots, minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 t smoked paprika

Zest and juice of ½ lemon

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 T extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing

Boil green beans in salted water for about 5 minutes.

Drain well and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.

Add shallots and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add garlic and sauté another minute.

Add the paprika and cook one more minute.

Add the beans and stir to completely coat.

Add the lemon zest and juice.

Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.

Spoon onto a warm platter and serve.

Serves 6