Easy Sesame Green Beans
Transform your weeknight dinners with these *Easy Sesame Green Beans*, a quick and flavorful side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Crisp-tender green beans are sautéed with fragrant garlic and nutty sesame oil, then steamed to perfection for a burst of vibrant color and texture. A splash of savory soy sauce, a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds, and a touch of black pepper elevate this dish with rich, umami-packed flavor. Whether you’re seeking a simple way to add veggies to your meal or a fresh companion to Asian-inspired mains, these sesame green beans are a deliciously versatile solution. Perfectly balanced, healthy, and irresistibly tasty, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sesame oil and let it warm up for 1 minute.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the oil and garlic.
Pour in the water and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the green beans steam for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender.
Remove the lid and add the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Continue cooking the green beans uncovered for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are tender-crisp and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the green beans. Stir one last time to combine, then remove the skillet from the heat.
Transfer the sesame green beans to a serving dish and enjoy them warm as a side with your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1772 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1115 mg | 24% | |
*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.
