Braised Green Beans with Lemon
Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful Braised Green Beans with Lemon! This easy one-pan recipe features tender green beans simmered in a savory blend of olive oil, garlic, onions, and a splash of broth, then finished with a refreshing burst of lemon zest and juice. The gentle braising technique ensures perfectly cooked beans with a delicate bite, while the optional garnish of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbaceous flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is the perfect side for any meal, from casual weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. Naturally gluten-free and easily adaptable to vegetarian or vegan diets, these lemon-infused green beans are sure to elevate your veggie game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 piece small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 milliliters vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the trimmed green beans to the pan and stir to coat them in the oil, onion, and garlic mixture.
Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth, then season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Cover the pan with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let the green beans braise for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still have a slight bite.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing some of the liquid to evaporate.
Stir in the lemon zest and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
113 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 480 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 61 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 348 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
