Low Carb Garlic Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these flavorful Low Carb Garlic Green Beans—a quick, easy, and healthy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Made from tender-crisp fresh green beans sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, this dish is seasoned simply with a hint of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a refreshing splash of lemon juice for a bright finish. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish, this low-carb recipe is not only packed with nutrients but also gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly, making it a versatile addition to any meal plan. Serve these garlic green beans alongside your favorite protein for a perfect, guilt-free side dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the green beans under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Trim the stem ends of the green beans.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, or use a garlic press if preferred.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing them well to coat with the garlic and oil.
Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the green beans and stir to combine.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the green beans for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender-crisp.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Serve the garlic green beans warm as a delightful low-carb side dish to complement any meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1214 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 219 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1150 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.
