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Description
A simple and flavorful side dish perfect for holiday meals. Garlic green beans are quick to prepare and pair well with any main course.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add green beans, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, blanch green beans for 2 minutes before sautéing.
- Add slivered almonds or toasted sesame seeds for texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American