Haricot Verts with Crisp Meyer Lemon Ciabatta Bread Crumbs

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(10 servings)

2 cups coarse fresh ciabatta bread crumbs
1/4 cup EVOO, divided
Finely shredded zest of 2 Meyer lemons
1/8 t. freshly ground pepper
Dash* coarse* Kosher salt*
2&1/2 lbs. haricot verts (thin French green beans), ends trimmed
1 t. fresh Meyer lemon juice
1/2 t. Johnny's Garlic Seasoning*
Maldon salt crystals*

In a large frying pan over med. heat, cook crumbs in 2 T. oil, stirring 5 mins. Stir in zest, pepper, and Johnny's. Cook and stir until golden, 5 more mins. Pour into a bowl. In a large pot fitted with a steamer basket, steam beans over 1" boiling water, stirring once, 7-10 mins. Combine 2 T. oil with lemon juice and S&P to taste. Drain beans, toss with dressing, and pour into a shallow bowl. Sprinkle with Maldon crystals, and top with crumbs; serve immediately.

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MM