Prepare an ice bath in a clean sink.

In a large pot filled with boiling water, add 1 tsp of kosher salt. Toss in trimmed green beans. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge into an ice bath. Remove the from the cold water and pat dry.

In a medium size dish, create the gremolata by mixing the pine nuts, salt, pepper, herbs, cheese, lemon zest and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

In a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil. Add in the blanched beans. Cook for 1 minute. Add in the minced garlic. Cook for another minute on medium high heat.

Place beans into a serving dish and toss with the gremolata. Lightly toss with the fresh lemon juice.

Serve immediately.

If you'd like a little extra crunch- add toasted panko breads crumbs to the dish.