How Long to Boil Green Beans

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    35 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

How Long to Boil Green Beans

In less than 10 minutes, these tender emerald beans are cooked to perfection.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound Green bean ends trimmed, fresh
  • water for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Fill a large pot with water, add salt, and bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water.
  3. Boil the green beans for 3-5 minutes, depending on your preference for crunchiness. Start checking at 3 minutes to ensure they do not overcook.
  4. Drain the green beans and serve immediately for the best texture and color.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 35kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 0.3g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g (0%) Sodium 588mg (25%) Potassium 239mg (5%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 782IU (16%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 42mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 35 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 35kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 0.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.01g 0%
Sodium 588mg 25%
Potassium 239mg 5%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 782IU 16%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 42mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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