Monterey Green Beans
Brighten up your table with the vibrant flavors of Monterey Green Beans, a quick and mouthwatering side dish that pairs tender-crisp green beans with the bold, savory notes of garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Topped with a generous layer of creamy, melty Monterey Jack cheese, this dish delivers a perfect balance of freshness, richness, and a subtle kick of seasoning from salt and black pepper. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a versatile recipe that works beautifully alongside grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a hearty vegetarian option. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads, Monterey Green Beans is a simple yet elegant way to elevate your vegetable game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water.
Mince the garlic cloves and chop the sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the olive oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat in the garlic oil.
Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, salt, and black pepper, and stir well.
Pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and continue cooking until any remaining water has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the green beans and cover the skillet again for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 2075 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1045 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1553 mg | 33% | |
*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.
