Garlic Asparagus and Green Beans
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and flavorful Garlic Asparagus and Green Beans recipe, a quick and healthy side dish perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Fresh asparagus and green beans are blanched to preserve their crisp texture and vivid color, then sautéed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil for a mouthwatering finish. A dash of crushed red pepper flakes adds a subtle heat, while a squeeze of lemon juice brings a refreshing zing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish is as nutritious as it is delicious, making it a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their vegetable game. Ideal for pairing with roasted meats, grilled fish, or as a standalone vegetarian option, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams asparagus
- 300 grams green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of both the asparagus and green beans. Cut the asparagus into 2-inch pieces.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and blanch the green beans and asparagus for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the olive oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Drain the asparagus and green beans from the ice water and add them to the skillet. Toss to coat in the garlic and olive oil.
Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Continue to sauté the vegetables for 3-5 minutes, or until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine.
Transfer to a serving dish and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1314 mg | 28% | |
*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.
