Shallot Sauteed Green Beans
Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Shallot Sautéed Green Beans, a quick and easy side dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Fresh, crisp-tender green beans are steamed to perfection and then tossed with caramelized shallots, fragrant garlic, and a touch of butter for a rich, savory base. A drizzle of zesty lemon juice adds a bright, refreshing finish, while a generous seasoning of salt and black pepper ties all the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish pairs seamlessly with everything from roasted chicken to grilled fish. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or whipping up a weeknight dinner, these sautéed green beans will quickly become your go-to crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 medium shallots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Rinse the green beans thoroughly and trim the ends. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the shallots into rings. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until the butter melts.
Add the sliced shallots to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until they soften and start to caramelize.
Add the minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Set the shallots and garlic mixture aside on a small plate.
Return the skillet to the heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the green beans, season with salt and black pepper, and toss to coat evenly.
Pour in 1 cup of water and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the green beans to steam for 5-7 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. Check periodically and stir to ensure they cook evenly.
Once the water has mostly evaporated, remove the lid and sauté the green beans for another 2 minutes.
Return the caramelized shallots and garlic to the skillet with the green beans. Toss everything together to combine.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the green beans, toss gently, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with extra shallots if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1302 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1372 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.
