Green Beans with Onion and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Green Beans with Onion and Garlic. Fresh green beans are sautéed to tender-crisp perfection, infused with the rich aromas of caramelized onion and garlic, and lightly seasoned with salt and pepper for a simple yet irresistible dish. A splash of optional lemon juice adds a zesty brightness that beautifully balances the dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and healthy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals, complementing everything from roasted chicken to grilled salmon. With wholesome ingredients and minimal effort, this skillet-cooked classic is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly under cold water. Trim off the ends and cut the green beans into approximately 2-inch pieces if desired.
Peel and finely chop the onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the green beans cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp. Adjust the cooking time based on your preferred texture.
If using, drizzle lemon juice over the cooked green beans for an added touch of brightness.
Serve immediately as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1159 mg | 25% | |
*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.
