Quick Flavorful Green Beans

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible recipe for Quick Flavorful Green Beans—a side dish that pairs vibrant freshness with bold, zesty flavors. Perfectly tender and ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe combines crisp green beans sautéed in a mouthwatering blend of olive oil, butter, and garlic. A splash of lemon juice, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and a touch of salt and black pepper add a delightful balance of brightness and heat. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight vegetable or a crowd-pleasing addition to any holiday feast, these green beans are a versatile and healthy choice. Plus, with minimal prep and simple ingredients, it's an effortless way to bring restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. Keywords: quick green beans recipe, flavorful side dish, sautéed green beans with garlic, easy vegetable recipes, healthy side dish ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams fresh green beans
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter.

Step 4

Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Add the green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat with the garlic butter mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 3-4 minutes, until they are bright green and just tender.

Step 7

Remove the lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow any excess moisture to evaporate.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Toss the green beans well to evenly coat them in the seasoning.

Step 9

Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	565.7 grams (565.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	386

Total Fat 27.00g	35%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 31mg	10%
Sodium 1213mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 36.00g	13%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1014mg	22%

*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: 57.5%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 34.1%