Low Carb Garlic Green Beans
Elevate your dinner table with these flavorful Low Carb Garlic Green Beans—a quick and easy side dish that's both healthy and delicious. Fresh green beans are sautéed to tender-crisp perfection in heart-healthy olive oil, then infused with the rich aroma of freshly minced garlic. A touch of bright lemon juice adds a refreshing zing, while simple seasonings like salt and freshly ground black pepper enhance the natural goodness of the beans. Ready in just 20 minutes, this vibrant dish is gluten-free, keto-friendly, and perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or your favorite vegetarian mains. Whether you’re meal prepping or serving them fresh, these garlicky green beans are sure to become a go-to staple in your low-carb recipe collection!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the green beans under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim the stem ends of the green beans.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, or use a garlic press if preferred.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 5
Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing them well to coat with the garlic and oil.
Step 6
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the green beans and stir to combine.
Step 7
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the green beans for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Step 9
Serve the garlic green beans warm as a delightful low-carb side dish to complement any meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (564.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 439.0 |
| Total Fat 29.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1213.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.9g | |
| Protein 10.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 219.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1149.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories