Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

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Cooked green beans are top with fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

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Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

These easy Sautéed Green Beans are quick, delicious, and full of garlic goodness. You only need a few simple ingredients, like green beans, butter, and seasonings along with one pan to make this healthy vegetable side.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

1 lb. green beans trimmed
¼-½ cup water
2 Tbsp. butter or oil
3 cloves garlic finely minced
1 tsp. salt to taste
¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
Lemon optional

Instructions

Pour enough water into a large skillet or saucepan to completely cover the bottom. Bring the water to a boil and then add in the green beans. Reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid, and let cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the green beans are bright green and tender.
Drain the green beans in a colander in the sink and shake to remove excess liquid.
Add butter and garlic to the dry skillet over medium-low heat and sauté for 30 seconds, or until the garlic becomes fragrant. Add the green beans back into the skillet and toss to completely coat it in the garlic butter sauce. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper and continue to cook over medium-low heat for 3-4 more minutes.
Serve immediately with additional salt and black pepper, to taste, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!

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Notes

Meal Prep and Storage

To Prep-Ahead: Trim green beans and store them in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
To Store: Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
To Freeze: Carefully put green beans in a freezer bag or container. If using a bag or plastic wrap, put a layer of aluminum foil around the outside for additional protection. This step keeps air out and reduces freezer burn. Alternatively, flash freeze green beans in a single layer first to keep them from bunching together.
To Reheat: Allow green beans to thaw in the fridge. Cook in skillet over medium heat with additional butter or oil as needed.

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