Description
A simple and flavorful recipe for garlic sautéed green beans, cooked to tender-crisp perfection with fresh garlic, butter, and a hint of lemon zest. This easy side dish complements any meal and can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, stem ends snapped off
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup water or stock
- 1 tablespoon butter or vegan butter
- 3 medium garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: Add olive oil to a wide skillet over medium-high heat to prepare the base for sautéing the green beans.
- Sauté Green Beans: Add green beans and 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the beans are lightly blistered and evenly cooked.
- Steam the Beans: Pour in 1/4 cup water or stock, cover the skillet with a lid or foil, and cook for 2 minutes to steam and soften the beans.
- Evaporate Liquid: Uncover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until the remaining liquid evaporates completely to concentrate flavors.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Cook for another minute while stirring to evenly incorporate the garlic and melt the butter.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for added brightness.
Notes
- Store cooked green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- Gently reheat leftovers in a skillet over medium heat to preserve texture and flavor.
- Use vegan butter to keep this recipe dairy-free and suitable for vegans.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped fresh herbs like parsley.
- The nutrition facts provided are estimates and include garlic butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pound (113g)
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg
