Fresh Garlic Green Beans with Olives
Brighten up your dinner table with these Fresh Garlic Green Beans with Olives, a quick and flavorful side dish that’s sure to impress. This recipe pairs tender-crisp green beans with sautéed garlic and briny black or Kalamata olives, creating a vibrant medley of Mediterranean-inspired flavors. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, while optional red pepper flakes lend a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties alike. Serve it warm alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or your favorite vegetarian mains for a nutritious and delicious complement. Perfect for those seeking fresh vegetable dishes with bold flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup black or Kalamata olives
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cool water. Set aside.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and pit the olives if necessary. Cut larger olives in half if desired.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden, being careful not to burn it.
Add the green beans to the pan and stir to coat them in the garlic oil. Cook for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are just tender but still crisp. Reduce the heat slightly if needed to avoid over-browning.
Stir in the olives and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat them through.
If desired, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then drizzle with lemon juice for a bright finish.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.6 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 75 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 320 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.
