Green Beans with Parmesan and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Parmesan and Garlic, a quick and flavorful way to transform fresh green beans into a standout accompaniment to any meal. This dish combines perfectly blanched green beans with the rich, nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese and the irresistible aroma of sautéed garlic, all brought together with a drizzle of olive oil. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, it’s an easy yet elegant solution for busy weeknights or holiday dinners alike. A final optional touch of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness that balances the savory flavors beautifully. Perfectly crisp-tender and packed with bold flavor, these Parmesan garlic green beans are sure to delight your taste buds and complement any main course.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them by cooking for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer the beans to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss well to coat with the garlic and olive oil.
Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through and slightly caramelized.
Remove from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the green beans.
Optional: Drizzle with fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
Serve immediately as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.5 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 2062 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.7 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 754 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1114 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.
