Green Beans with Ginger Butter
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant Green Beans with Ginger Butter—an irresistible blend of crisp-tender green beans, zesty ginger, and rich, aromatic butter. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, features fresh, wholesome ingredients like grated ginger, minced garlic, and a splash of lemon juice to create a perfectly savory and tangy flavor profile. The green beans are steamed to retain their bright green hue and slight crunch, then coated in a fragrant ginger butter sauce for a luxurious finish. With optional toasted sesame seeds for added texture and nuttiness, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with everything from roasted meats to hearty grain bowls. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this simple yet sophisticated side is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the green beans and trim off the ends.
In a large skillet with a lid, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the green beans to the skillet, cover, and steam for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
Wipe the skillet dry and place it back over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt.
Once the butter has melted, add the grated ginger and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Return the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the ginger butter mixture.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure the green beans are seasoned evenly.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through and coated in the ginger butter.
Transfer the green beans to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.7 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1113 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.
