Green Beans in Garlic Butter
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful recipe for Green Beans in Garlic Butter, a simple yet elegant way to enjoy fresh green beans. This quick and easy recipe combines the natural crunch of blanched green beans with the rich, savory blend of melted butter and sautéed garlic, creating a dish that's both comforting and vibrant. A hint of freshly squeezed lemon juice adds the perfect touch of brightness, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish is ideal for weekday dinners, holiday feasts, or any occasion that calls for a delicious vegetable side. Serve these buttery, garlicky green beans alongside roasted chicken, grilled steak, or even your favorite vegetarian mains for a crowd-pleasing addition to the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Rinse and trim the ends off the green beans. Set them aside.
Bring a medium-sized pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
Blanch the green beans by cooking them in the boiling water for 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and slightly tender.
Immediately drain the green beans and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them cool for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic butter.
Sprinkle in the salt and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans and give them one final toss.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through and slightly tender.
Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy your Green Beans in Garlic Butter!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
88 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 495 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 245 mg | 5% | |
*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.
