Description
Garlic Green Beans are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that can elevate any meal in just minutes. With their delightful crunch and aromatic garlic essence, these green beans are not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser for family dinners or festive gatherings. In under 15 minutes, you can whip up this irresistible dish that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and trim the ends of the green beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the green beans, stirring to coat them evenly with the oil. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp and vibrant.
- Season with salt and pepper while stirring. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- If desired, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the beans before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (130g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg