Description
Garlic Green Beans are a quick and flavorful side dish that transforms fresh green beans into a culinary delight. Sautéed with aromatic garlic and finished with a splash of lemon juice, these vibrant green beans offer a perfect balance of tender-crisp texture and savory flavor. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the green beans to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are tender yet crisp.
- Season with salt and pepper during cooking.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the beans, toss well, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (75g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg