Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Lemon
Elevate your meals with this vibrant sautĂ©ed green bean recipe! Fresh green beans are blanched for that perfect tender-crisp bite, then quickly sautĂ©ed with aromatic garlic and zesty lemon juice for a burst of flavor. This delightful dish not only adds color to your plate but also promises to impress at any gathering—whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a festive celebration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet, stirring for 2–3 minutes until heated through. Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lemon zest or toasted almonds if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg