Prosciutto Garlic Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible Prosciutto Garlic Green Beans recipe, a perfect blend of savory, crispy, and buttery flavors. Tender-crisp green beans are blanched to preserve their vibrant color and crunch, then sautéed in fragrant garlic butter for ultimate richness. Crispy prosciutto strips add a salty, smoky touch that complements the fresh beans beautifully. With a quick prep and cook time of just 25 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it alongside roasted meats or enjoy it as a standalone star—either way, this recipe will earn a permanent spot in your kitchen rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 100 grams prosciutto
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and trim the green beans by removing the ends. Set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Slice the prosciutto into thin strips about 1-inch long.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt, and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the prosciutto strips and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are crispy. Remove the prosciutto from the skillet and set aside on a plate lined with a paper towel.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter, allowing it to melt, then toss in the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter until evenly coated. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
Sprinkle the green beans with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir in the crispy prosciutto.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 3041 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.6 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*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.
