Keto Sauteed Green Beans
Elevate your vegetable side dish repertoire with these Keto Sauteed Green Beans, a quick, flavorful, and low-carb delight. Tender fresh green beans are infused with the rich taste of garlic butter and paired with the satisfying crunch of toasted sliced almonds. A splash of lemon juice adds a zingy brightness, while sea salt and black pepper deliver perfectly balanced seasoning. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy skillet recipe is ideal for keto diets and makes a vibrant addition to any meal. Whether served alongside a protein-packed main or enjoyed as a standalone dish, these sauteed green beans are guaranteed to impress with their effortless elegance and unbeatable flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 30 grams sliced almonds
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them with the garlic butter.
Sauté the green beans for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they reach your desired level of tenderness.
Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the almonds are lightly toasted.
Season the green beans with sea salt and black pepper.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans.
Toss the green beans to evenly distribute the lemon juice.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
133 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.7 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*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.
