Simple Steamed Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and healthy recipe for Simple Steamed Green Beans. With just five minutes of prep time and a handful of wholesome ingredients, this dish highlights the natural sweetness and tender crunch of fresh green beans. Steamed to crisp-tender perfection, these vibrant greens are seasoned simply with a touch of salt, butter, and freshly ground black pepper, allowing their natural flavors to shine. Perfect as a light, versatile side for any meal, this recipe is gluten-free, low-carb, and packed with essential nutrients. Whether served plain or elevated with buttery seasoning, these steamed green beans are a delicious and effortless way to add a burst of freshness to your table.
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Ingredients
- 450 g Fresh green beans
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Butter (optional)
- 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 1 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the green beans thoroughly under cold water and trim the stems by snipping off the ends.
Step 2
In a steamer basket or a colander that fits snugly over a pot, add the green beans.
Step 3
Pour 1 cup of water into a medium-sized pot and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 4
Place the steamer basket or colander with the green beans over the pot, ensuring the beans do not touch the water.
Step 5
Cover the setup with a lid to trap the steam and allow the green beans to cook for 7-10 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender.
Step 6
Carefully remove the steamer basket or colander from the pot and transfer the green beans to a serving dish.
Step 7
Season the steamed green beans with salt, and if desired, toss them with butter and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper for extra flavor.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your simple and nutritious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (707.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 243.2 |
| Total Fat 12.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 31mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1216.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 8.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 186.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 960.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories