Sauteed Green Beans
These simple sauteed green beans are a delicious and healthy side dish, perfect for any meal. The vibrant green beans are cooked until tender-crisp and then tossed with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a flavorful kick.
25 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
10 min
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh Green Beans
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chicken Broth
- 2 tablespoons Toasted Almonds
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- 1
Wash and trim the green beans, snapping off the ends.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and saute for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4
Add the green beans to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes, until they begin to soften and turn bright green.
- 5
Pour in the chicken broth and cover the skillet. Steam for another 3-5 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp.
- 6
Remove the lid and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- 7
Cook for another minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 8
Remove from heat and garnish with toasted almonds and chopped fresh parsley.
- 9
Serve immediately.
Tips & Notes
- •For extra flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar at the end of cooking.
- •Blanch the green beans for 2 minutes in boiling water before sauteing to ensure even cooking.
- •Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your preference for spice.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.