Garlic String Green Beans

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with these flavorful Garlic String Green Beans! Fresh green beans are sautéed to perfection in olive oil with aromatic minced garlic, then lightly steamed to preserve their vibrant color and tender crunch. A hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes and a zesty squeeze of fresh lemon juice add depth and brightness to this quick and easy recipe. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with everything from weeknight chicken dinners to festive holiday feasts. Perfectly seasoned with simple pantry staples like salt and black pepper, these green beans are healthy, delicious, and guaranteed to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 60 milliliters water
• 0.25 teaspoons optional: red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Pat them dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and let it warm up for about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 4

Add the green beans to the skillet. Stir them to coat evenly with the garlic and olive oil.

Step 5

Pour the water into the skillet. Cover the pan with a lid and let the green beans steam for 3-4 minutes until they become bright green and slightly tender.

Step 6

Remove the lid and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 more minutes to allow the water to evaporate and the green beans to cook fully.

Step 7

Season the green beans with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes if you prefer a kick of spice.

Step 8

For added brightness, drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.

Step 9

Transfer the garlic string green beans to a serving plate and enjoy immediately as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	606.6 grams (606.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	424

Total Fat 29.10g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1214mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 39.40g	14%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 16.60g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207mg	16%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1107mg	24%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 34.4%