Mediterranean Diet Garlic Green Beans

Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavor-packed Mediterranean Diet Garlic Green Beans. This quick and easy recipe combines the natural crispness of fresh green beans with the rich aroma of sautéed garlic and the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Cooked to tender-crisp perfection in extra-virgin olive oil, these green beans are finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a garnish of fragrant parsley for a fresh, herbaceous touch. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a light addition to your Mediterranean-inspired spread, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and is packed with nutrients and bold flavors. Whether served alongside grilled fish, roasted chicken, or a classic grain salad, these garlic green beans are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 1 whole lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing and trimming the green beans. Remove the ends and any strings if necessary. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 2

Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.

Step 3

Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and golden brown, ensuring not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Immediately add the green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them well with the garlic and oil.

Step 6

Cover the skillet and allow the beans to steam for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.

Step 7

Meanwhile, juice the lemon and chop the fresh parsley.

Step 8

Once the green beans are cooked to your desired tenderness, sprinkle them with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 9

Add the lemon juice and chopped parsley, tossing everything to combine thoroughly.

Step 10

Serve these garlic green beans warm as an accompaniment to your favorite Mediterranean dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(621.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	551.6

Total Fat 41.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 10.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233.6mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1253.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.5%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 30.4%