Garlic Buttered Green Beans
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these Garlic Buttered Green Beans—a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for busy weeknights or holiday feasts. Tender green beans are steamed to crisp perfection, then tossed in a luscious garlic butter sauce, infusing every bite with rich, savory goodness. A dash of freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of salt balance the flavors, while an optional splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, this simple yet elegant dish ensures that wholesome, fresh ingredients shine. Whether paired with roasted meats or enjoyed on its own, these buttered green beans are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup water (for steaming)
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and wash them thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
In a large skillet, add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the green beans to the skillet, cover with a lid, and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the beans are tender but still slightly crisp. Drain and set the beans aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Return the steamed green beans to the skillet, sprinkling with salt and black pepper.
Toss the green beans in the garlic butter until evenly coated and warmed through, about 2-3 minutes.
If desired, drizzle with fresh lemon juice for a bright finish, and give everything a final toss.
Transfer the garlic buttered green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.0 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1112 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.
