Description
This recipe for Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic offers a quick and flavorful way to prepare fresh green beans. Blanched until tender and then sautéed in garlic butter, these green beans are a vibrant and delicious side dish ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for complementing any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 lb. green beans (trimmed)
Cooking Liquids & Fats
- ¼-½ cup water
- 2 Tbsp. butter (or oil)
Seasonings
- 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 tsp. salt (to taste)
- ¼ tsp. black pepper (to taste)
Optional
- Lemon (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Blanch the Green Beans: Pour enough water into a large skillet or saucepan to cover the bottom and bring it to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans, reduce heat to medium, cover with a lid, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the beans are bright green and tender.
- Drain the Beans: Drain the cooked green beans in a colander and shake gently to remove excess moisture.
- Sauté Garlic and Green Beans: In a dry skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the drained green beans back into the skillet, tossing to coat them evenly with the garlic butter. Season with salt and black pepper and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes over medium-low heat to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Serve immediately, adding extra salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired. Enjoy your flavorful sautéed green beans!
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with olive oil or your preferred cooking oil.
- Adjust the amount of garlic based on your taste preference for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- Using lemon juice at the end brightens the dish but is optional.
- Be sure not to overcook the green beans to maintain a crisp-tender texture.
