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Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic
These easy Sautéed Green Beans are quick, delicious, and full of garlic goodness. You only need a few simple ingredients, like green beans, butter, and seasonings along with one pan to make this healthy vegetable side.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 92 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 lb. green beans trimmed
- ¼-½ cup water
- 2 Tbsp. butter or oil
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 1 tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
- lemon optional
Instructions
- Pour enough water into a large skillet or saucepan to completely cover the bottom. Bring the water to a boil and then add in the green beans. Reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid, and let cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and tender.
- Drain the green beans in a colander in the sink and shake to remove excess liquid.
- Add butter and garlic to the dry skillet over medium-low heat and sauté for 30 seconds, or until the garlic becomes fragrant. Add the green beans back into the skillet and toss to completely coat it in the garlic butter sauce. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper and continue to cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 more minutes.
- Serve immediately with additional salt and black pepper, to taste, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!
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Notes
- To Prep-Ahead: Trim green beans and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
- To Store: Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
- To Freeze: Carefully put green beans in a freezer bag or container. If using a bag or plastic wrap, put a layer of aluminum foil around the outside for additional protection. This step keeps air out and reduces freezer burn. Alternatively, flash freeze green beans in a single layer first to keep them from bunching together.
- To Reheat: Allow green beans to thaw in the fridge. Cook in skillet over medium heat with additional butter or oil as needed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
92kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
16mg
(5%)
Sodium
533mg
(22%)
Potassium
254mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
969IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 92kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 533mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 969IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.