Breezy Garlic Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with Breezy Garlic Green Beans—a simple yet flavor-packed side dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! This vibrant recipe features tender-crisp green beans infused with the irresistible aroma of sautéed garlic, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Steamed to perfection in a skillet and finished with a garnish of lemon zest, these green beans strike the perfect balance of freshness and bold flavor. Ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains. Easy to prepare, healthy, and bursting with citrusy garlic goodness, Breezy Garlic Green Beans are a delicious way to elevate your vegetable game! Keywords: garlic green beans recipe, easy side dish, lemon green beans, healthy vegetable recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 120 milliliters water
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snipping off the ends. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is heated, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic and oil.
Pour in the water and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the beans steam for 5-6 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Stir occasionally.
Remove the lid and allow any remaining water to evaporate. If water persists, increase the heat slightly.
Sprinkle the green beans with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
Drizzle the lemon juice evenly over the beans and toss. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Transfer the beans to a serving plate and garnish with lemon zest for a pop of brightness.
Serve immediately as a side dish or as part of a main meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2394 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1043 mg | 22% | |
*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.
