Fabulous Frozen Green Beans
Transform your simple side dish game with "Fabulous Frozen Green Beans," a quick and flavorful recipe that elevates everyday vegetables in just 20 minutes. Perfectly tender and infused with the rich, savory flavors of garlic, olive oil, and butter, these green beans are seasoned with a tangy splash of lemon juice and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Topped with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish, this recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties alike. Using frozen green beans ensures year-round availability and convenience without compromising on taste or texture. Whether served alongside roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or as part of a vegetarian feast, this dish is a crowd-pleasing favorite that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams frozen green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Place the frozen green beans in a colander and run cold water over them for 1-2 minutes to remove any ice crystals. Allow them to drain completely.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to ensure it doesn’t burn.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic and olive oil.
Add the unsalted butter to the pan and stir until melted, coating the beans in the buttery mixture.
Season the green beans with salt, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and slightly caramelized.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans. Toss to mix thoroughly.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
503 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 852 mg | 18% | |
*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.
