String Beans with Garlic and Oil
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String Beans with Garlic and Oil
Description
This String Beans with Garlic and Oil recipe uses fresh string beans that are steamed until just tender but still crisp. Steaming helps preserve the beans' natural snap and minimizes nutrient loss. Thinly sliced garlic is cooked in extra virgin olive oil until golden, imparting a mellow garlic fragrance to the oil. Tossing the steamed beans in the garlic oil coating, seasoned with salt and pepper, brings a gentle savory accent to the dish. The cooking process avoids browning the beans while ensuring they are cooked through.
The result is a warm vegetable side dish with a subtle garlic and olive oil flavor pairing well with grilled meats, fish, or as part of a vegetable medley. The method highlights fresh ingredients with minimal seasoning, making it a light complement on any plate. This dish can be served immediately to enjoy the crisp texture and fresh taste of the beans.
Ingredients
- 1 lb string beans washed, ends trimmed, fresh
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (sliced thin)
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large saucepan filled with 1 inch of water to a boil.
- Lower a steamer basket filled with the green beans into it, tightly cover the pan, and steam for 4-5 minutes (don't overcook), until the beans are tender crisp. Drain.
- In a saute pan heat olive oil. Add garlic and cook until golden.
- Add string beans, salt and fresh pepper to taste and toss well.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 99 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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