Lemony Green Beans
Brighten up your table with these vibrant and flavorful Lemon Green Beans! This quick and easy side dish combines tender-crisp green beans with the zesty punch of fresh lemon juice and zest, a hint of garlic, and a touch of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is the perfect balance of freshness and simplicity, making it an ideal companion to any main course. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil and garnished with lemon slices, these green beans are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Whether you're prepping for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this healthy, gluten-free, and vegan dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the green beans. Remove any ends or tough stems.
Step 2
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Cut the lemon in half and juice one half. Slice the other half into thin rounds for garnish, if desired.
Step 3
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 4
In a large skillet with a lid, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
Step 6
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic and oil.
Step 7
Pour in the water and cover the skillet. Steam the green beans for 5-7 minutes, or until tender but still slightly crisp. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Step 8
Uncover the skillet and let any remaining water evaporate. Lower the heat to medium-low.
Step 9
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Toss the green beans to coat evenly.
Step 10
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 11
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with the lemon slices, if desired.
Step 12
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (336.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 281.5 |
| Total Fat 28.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1190.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.5g | |
| Protein 1.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 43.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 120.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories