Sauteed Green Beans and Red Onion
Brighten up your dinner table with this quick and flavorful dish of Sautéed Green Beans and Red Onion! Featuring tender-crisp green beans kissed with the sweetness of caramelized red onions and a hint of garlic, this recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. The beans are lightly steamed in a skillet, allowing their natural color and texture to shine, while a finishing touch of olive oil, salt, and black pepper enhances every bite. Perfect as a healthy, gluten-free side dish, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled fish, or plant-based mains. A truly versatile and vibrant addition to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Green beans
- 1 large Red onion
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 60 milliliters Water
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Set aside.
Peel and slice the red onion into thin strips.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced red onions. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions begin to soften and caramelize slightly.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to combine with the onions and garlic.
Pour the water into the skillet, cover with a lid, and allow the beans to steam for 5-6 minutes until they are bright green and tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid, season with salt and black pepper, and stir well.
Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, letting the excess water evaporate and the green beans develop a slight sear.
Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1824 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1346 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.
