Sautéed Green Beans: Crunchy, Flavorful Side in Just 15 Minutes

Sautéed Green Beans are a quick, vibrant, and nutritious side dish that complements any meal, perfectly prepared in just 15 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauté

24 ounces Fresh Green Beans Trimmed and fresh for the best texture.
3 tablespoons Salted Butter Can use unsalted butter if watching sodium.
3 cloves Garlic (minced) Use freshly minced for best flavor.

For Seasoning

0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste, especially for low-sodium diets.
0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground adds the best flavor.

Optional Add-Ins

0.25 cup Sliced Almonds Toast and mix in during last minute of cooking.
Red Pepper Flakes Add to taste for a spicy kick.

Equipment

frying pan
Colander

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Green Beans: Trim the green beans and rinse in cold water, then pat dry.
Blanch the Beans: Boil 1 inch of water in a pan, add green beans, cook for 5 minutes, drain and set aside.
Sauté the Garlic: In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Combine Ingredients: Add green beans to the pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Finish Cooking: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until beans are slightly crisper.
Serve: Transfer to a serving dish and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately to maintain crispness. Customize with toasted almonds or red pepper flakes to suit your taste.

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