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How to Steam Fresh Green Beans

Learn how to steam fresh green beans with this easy recipe & tutorial! They're never mushy or rubbery and turn out perfectly every time.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 38 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans washed, trimmed, and cut
  • 1 cup water or enough for 1 inch of water in bottom of pan
  • 2 tabelspoon butter optional
  • 1 teaspoon seasonings to taste

Instructions

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  1. Thoroughly wash and trim the ends off the green beans. Cut them if desired, or leave them whole.
  2. Add about 1 inch of water to a medium-sized pot and bring it to a boil.
  3. Put the steamer basket in the pot, making sure it's not touching the water.
  4. Place the green beans into the steamer basket and cover with a lid.
  5. Steam for about 3-5 minutes or until desired tenderness is reached.
  6. Use heat-safe tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the green beans from the pot, being careful not to burn yourself with steam.
  7. Season as desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • I like to go for the thinner haricot verts variety, but standard green beans work just as well.
  • Make sure to wash and trim the ends of the beans before steaming.
  • Seasonings: Salt & pepper, garlic butter, lemon zest, balsamic glaze: Drizzle balsamic glaze, Parmesan cheese, soy sauce, and sesame oil are all great seasonings for green beans!
  • Be careful not to overcook the beans! They should still have a slight bite when done.

Nutrition Information

Calories 38kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 447mg (19%) Potassium 208mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 585IU (12%) Vitamin C 11.9mg (13%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 0.9mg (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 38

% Daily Value*

Calories 38kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 447mg 19%
Potassium 208mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 585IU 12%
Vitamin C 11.9mg 13%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 0.9mg 5%

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