Green Beans with Herbs
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Green Beans with Herbs. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to perfection, then sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil for a fragrant base. A burst of freshness is added with chopped parsley, aromatic thyme, and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, creating a dish that's both light and deeply flavorful. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect companion for weeknight dinners or festive holiday feasts. Serve it hot as a delicious, herbaceous side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or vegetarian mains. Keywords: green beans recipe, herb sautéed green beans, easy vegetable side dish, garlic lemon green beans.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g green beans
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them well under cold water.
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, or until they are bright green and slightly tender.
Drain the green beans in a colander and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2-3 minutes and then drain again.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic oil. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
Sprinkle the green beans with the chopped parsley and fresh thyme leaves. Stir well to combine.
Drizzle the green beans with the fresh lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss gently to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3031 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1214 mg | 26% | |
*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.
