Savory Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Savory Green Beans, a versatile recipe that perfectly balances vibrant freshness and bold flavors. Made with crisp green beans sautéed in a luscious combination of olive oil and butter, this dish is infused with the rich aroma of garlic, a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, and a bright splash of tangy lemon juice. Lightly toasted sliced almonds (optional) add a delightful crunch, making this recipe as texturally exciting as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, these tender-yet-crisp green beans are seasoned to perfection with salt and black pepper, making them the ideal accompaniment to any meal. Whether you’re serving them alongside roasted meats or featuring them at your next dinner party, this easy, one-pan dish shines with simple, wholesome ingredients. Keywords: savory green beans recipe, garlic green beans, quick side dish, sautéed green beans, easy vegetable recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping or cutting off the ends.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt completely.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the garlic butter mixture.
Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Cook the green beans for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked green beans and toss to incorporate the fresh citrus flavor.
If using, sprinkle the sliced almonds over the green beans and cook for an additional 1 minute to warm the almonds slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a savory side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.4 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 2395 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.4 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1243 mg | 26% | |
*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.
