Simple Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Simple Green Beans! Perfectly tender-crisp green beans are sautéed in a delightful blend of butter and olive oil, infused with the aromatic richness of fresh garlic. A touch of steaming ensures the beans are cooked to perfection, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances their natural freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish is an effortless yet elegant addition to any meal, whether you're serving it alongside grilled meats, roasted poultry, or a vegetarian main. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this green bean recipe is a go-to for a nutritious and satisfying side that's as easy to make as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly and trim off the stem ends.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter.
Once the butter is melted and bubbly, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly in the butter, oil, and garlic mixture.
Pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the beans steam for 3-4 minutes.
Remove the lid and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the water evaporates and the beans are tender but still crisp, about 3 minutes.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper to taste, then stir well to combine.
Serve the green beans warm as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1092 mg | 23% | |
*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.
