South Beach Green Beans with Garlic and Lemon
Brighten up your dinner table with these zesty and flavorful South Beach Green Beans with Garlic and Lemon! This quick and easy recipe features tender-crisp green beans sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, then lightly steamed for a perfect texture. A generous splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice, aromatic zest, and a touch of salt and pepper elevate the dish with vibrant citrusy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, low-carb side dish is perfect for weeknight meals or serving alongside your favorite roasted protein. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor, and enjoy a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired treat that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 unit lemon, juiced and zested
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing any tough ends.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but be careful not to let it burn.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the garlic and olive oil mixture.
Pour 2 tablespoons of water into the skillet and cover with a lid. Let the green beans steam for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and squeeze the juice of the lemon over the green beans. Add the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper, and stir to combine.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the liquid in the skillet to evaporate and the beans to absorb the flavors.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately as a fresh and flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 203 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1086 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.
