Sauteed Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with these flavorful Sautéed Green Beans, a quick and easy side dish that’s bursting with fresh, zesty flavor. This recipe combines tender-crisp green beans with fragrant garlic, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and a touch of rich unsalted butter, making it an irresistible blend of vibrant and savory. Perfectly seasoned with salt and pepper, and lightly steamed before sautéing to lock in their natural sweetness, these green beans are ready in just 25 minutes. Whether you're preparing a weeknight meal or looking for a healthy vegetable dish for a special occasion, this versatile side pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses. It's a simple yet elegant way to elevate your veggies!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and trim the ends of the green beans. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Mince the garlic cloves finely. Zest and juice the lemon, keeping them separate.
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 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat with the garlic oil.
Step 6
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper, stirring evenly.
Step 7
Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover with a lid. Let the green beans steam for 5-6 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 8
Remove the lid and continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes to evaporate any remaining water, tossing occasionally.
Step 9
Add the unsalted butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and the beans are coated.
Step 10
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and juice.
Step 11
Transfer the sautéed green beans to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (623.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 521.9 |
| Total Fat 41.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1214.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.4g | |
| Protein 9.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 202.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1071.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories