How Long to Boil Green Beans
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How Long to Boil Green Beans
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This is the easiest way to boil green beans- ready in just 10 minutes! The key is to drop them into already boiling salt water and cook them until they're bright green and crisp-tender.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb. green beans fresh
- 1 tsp. salt plus more for serving
- 1-2 Tbsp. butter optional
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Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil along with the salt.
- While the water is heating up, snap off the stems of the green beans by hand or trim and remove the ends with a knife.
- Carefully add the green beans to the water using a slotted spoon and boil for about 4-5 minutes, or until crisp tender. Begin checking on them after 3 minutes to ensure they do not overcook.
- Drain the green beans in a colander in the sink. Serve with butter and additional salt, to taste. Enjoy!
Notes
- To Serve: Top the warm green beans with a pat of butter and salt. One pound of green beans will result in 4 servings.
- To Prep-Ahead: Wash and trim the ends off of the green beans and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days in advance.
- To Store: Seal leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-5 days.
- To Freeze: Arrange the cooked green beans in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 4 hours. Then transfer them to freezer-safe ziplock bag for up to 3 months.
- To Reheat: Warm in a pan on the stovetop over medium heat, or simply microwave until hot.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
62kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
511mg
(21%)
Potassium
240mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
875IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
43mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 62 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 62kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 511mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 875IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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