Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Sautéed Green Beans with Red Peppers! Perfectly crisp-tender green beans and sweet, tender strips of red bell pepper are elevated with a fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, then finished with a zingy splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh, herbaceous touch. This quick and easy side dish comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. With minimal ingredients and a healthy twist, it's a versatile addition to your recipe collection that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or vegetarian mains. Packed with nutrients, color, and incredible flavor, this dish is sure to become a household favorite! Keywords: sautéed green beans, green beans with red peppers, quick vegetable side dish, garlic green beans, healthy side dish, easy skillet recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Instructions
Trim the ends off the green beans and rinse them thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel.
Slice the red bell pepper in half, remove the seeds and core, and cut it into thin strips.
Finely chop the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once heated, add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir frequently, allowing them to lightly brown for about 5 minutes.
Add the sliced red bell peppers to the skillet with the green beans. Continue to cook and toss until the peppers soften slightly and the beans are tender-crisp, about 4-5 more minutes.
Season the mixture with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper, tossing to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the vegetables. Toss to evenly distribute the lemon juice.
Garnish the dish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1374 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.
