Description
Garlicky Green Beans are a vibrant and delicious side dish that brings an explosion of flavor to any meal. This easy recipe showcases the natural sweetness of fresh green beans, enhanced by sautéed garlic in olive oil, creating an aromatic experience that’s hard to resist. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, these garlicky green beans will impress your guests while being a nutritious addition to your table. Pair them with grilled chicken, seared fish, or even toss them with pasta for a quick and satisfying meal. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation time, you’ll have a delightful side dish that’s both healthy and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1.3 pounds fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 6 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 1/2 cup water
- salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1.3 pounds of fresh green beans and sauté for 3-5 minutes until partially cooked and slightly charred.
- Remove the beans with a slotted spoon, leaving the oil in the pan. Add 6 crushed garlic cloves, cooking over medium-low heat until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Lower the heat, add 1/2 cup of water, and let it simmer for 8 minutes until the garlic softens.
- Return the green beans to the pan, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and stir gently. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup - approximately 130g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg