Spring Green Beans Recipe

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5

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Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    27 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Spring Green Beans Recipe

This Spring Green Beans recipe uses canned green beans quickly sautéed with olive oil and sliced red onion, finished with fresh lemon juice and thin lemon slices, and a pinch of red pepper flakes for mild heat. The brief cooking time maintains the beans’ texture and combines fresh citrus brightness with savory and slightly spicy notes, making it a light, flavorful side dish.

Description

The recipe starts with drained canned green beans which are sautéed in olive oil over medium-low heat to warm and lightly cook them while preserving tender texture. Thinly sliced red onions are added for a mild sharpness and sweetness. After cooking, fresh lemon juice is squeezed over the beans to introduce a bright, tangy flavor, along with thin lemon slices that provide a subtle zest and visual appeal. A small amount of red pepper flakes adds gentle spiciness without overpowering the dish.

This side pairs well with a variety of main dishes, offering a fresh and lightly seasoned vegetable option. The method is straightforward and quick, suitable for those looking to enhance canned green beans with simple ingredients for a more vibrant presentation and flavor.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 (14.5-ounce) cans green beans drained
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 /4 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 whole lemon halved
  • pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat skillet over medium - low heat. Add green beans and drizzle with olive oil. Quickly saute green beans, about 3 minutes. Add in rings from slices of red onion. Remove from heat and squeeze juice from one half of lemon. Cut remaining half of lemon into thin slices and add to the green beans. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 27kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 333mg (14%) Potassium 111mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 4mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 27 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 27kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 333mg 14%
Potassium 111mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 4mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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