Garlic Lemon Green Beans
Brighten up your side dish game with these zesty Garlic Lemon Green Beans—an effortlessly flavorful recipe that combines crisp-tender green beans with the vibrant tang of fresh lemon juice and zest. Infused with the rich aroma of sautéed garlic and a touch of olive oil, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it the perfect quick and healthy addition to any meal. A hint of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while steaming and lightly searing the beans ensures they’re perfectly tender with a slight crunch. Ideal as a fresh, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly side dish for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, these green beans are as versatile as they are irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons water
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by cutting off the stem ends.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.
Pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 5-7 minutes, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to evaporate any remaining water and lightly sear the green beans.
Reduce the heat to low, then drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans and sprinkle with lemon zest. Toss to combine.
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1756 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1068 mg | 23% | |
*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.
