Green Bean Saute

Brighten up your dinner table with this simple yet flavorful Green Bean Sauté recipe—a perfect side dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender-crisp green beans tossed in a medley of buttery olive oil, fragrant minced garlic, and a zesty pop of lemon, this dish strikes the ideal balance of fresh and savory. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while toasted slivered almonds elevate the texture with a delightful crunch. Whether you’re looking for an easy vegetative addition to a holiday spread or a quick and healthy weeknight option, this sautéed green bean recipe delivers on flavor and convenience. Serve it warm and watch it disappear off plates in no time! Keywords: green bean sauté, lemon garlic green beans, quick side dish recipe, healthy vegetable recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans and trim the ends. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and starts to bubble.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 4

Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat in the garlic-butter mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender-crisp. Adjust the heat to medium-low if needed to avoid over-browning.

Step 5

Sprinkle the lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the green beans. Stir well to distribute the seasoning evenly.

Step 6

Add the lemon juice to the skillet and toss again. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.

Step 8

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and garnish with toasted slivered almonds if using.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	532.7 grams (532.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	566

Total Fat 46.00g	59%
Saturated Fat 17.10g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1213mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 39.10g	14%
Dietary Fiber 17.60g	63%
Total Sugars 15.80g
Protein 11.90g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 229mg	18%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1110mg	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: 67.0%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 25.3%