Good Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with "Good Green Beans," a quick and flavorful side dish that transforms fresh green beans into a citrusy, garlicky delight. This easy recipe combines tender-crisp green beans with the richness of olive oil and butter, the bold aroma of sautéed garlic, and a refreshing burst of lemon zest and juice. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, this dish is brought to new heights with optional toasted almond slices for an irresistible crunch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile side pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or hearty vegetarian mains. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or need a quick weeknight side dish, these zesty green beans are guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons toasted almond slices (optional)
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim off the ends.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the oil and butter mixture.
Pour in the water, cover the skillet, and let the green beans steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and allow any excess water to evaporate. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the green beans are well coated and slightly caramelized.
If desired, sprinkle toasted almond slices over the green beans for added crunch and flavor.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.5 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 290 mg | 6% | |
*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.
