Sautéed Garlic Green Beans
Sautéed Garlic Green Beans are a crisp-tender, garlicky side dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for everyday meals or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced or thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons toasted almonds
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and blanch for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- Drain and immediately transfer beans to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Add green beans and sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp, tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add optional red pepper flakes or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot or warm, garnished with toasted almonds if using.
Notes
- Blanching keeps the green beans vibrant and crisp-tender.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Don’t overcook the garlic—it can burn quickly and turn bitter.
- These green beans are best enjoyed fresh but can be prepped ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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