Green Beans
Fresh green beans lightly sautéed in garlic and olive oil, making a simple and healthy side dish perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat with the garlic oil and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Optionally, drizzle with lemon juice for a fresh finish.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
For a crunchy texture, toss the green beans with toasted almonds before serving.