Description
Elevate your meals with this vibrant sautéed green bean recipe, bursting with flavor from fresh garlic and zesty lemon juice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, these crunchy green beauties are not only delicious but also a nutritious addition to any plate. Enjoy their bright color and satisfying texture that will impress your guests and have them asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the green beans under cold water and snap off the ends.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans, coating them with oil and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crispy.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm on a platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (125g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg