Simply Fried Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Simply Fried Green Beans. Featuring tender-crisp green beans sautéed to perfection in olive oil and infused with the rich aroma of fresh garlic, this dish is simple yet irresistibly delicious. A dash of salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes adds balanced seasoning, while a final drizzle of zesty lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option that's perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Serve these pan-fried green beans alongside roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or enjoy them as a light, wholesome snack.
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Wash the green beans thoroughly under running water and trim both ends.
Step 2
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, for 7-8 minutes. The beans should become tender while still retaining a slight crunch.
Step 6
Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using. Stir to evenly coat the beans in the seasoning.
Step 7
Drizzle with lemon juice, toss well, and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the fried green beans to a serving plate.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy on its own!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (492.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 403.8 |
| Total Fat 29.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1209.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.0g | |
| Protein 8.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 179.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 989.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories