Looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish? Then, try these Buttery Garlic Green Beans! This recipe includes 6 servings, and takes only 20 minutes to make. Not only do these green beans taste amazing, but they are also packed with vitamins and nutrients.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Nutrition:
- Calories: 101
- Total Fat: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 104mg
- Potassium: 239mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 8g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 2g
Instructions:
- Preheat a large pan or pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the butter and garlic, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
- Add the green beans, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Cook the green beans for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still slightly crispy.
- Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately.
Additional Notes:
- This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- If you prefer your green beans to be more tender, cook them for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- This dish pairs well with a variety of main courses, including chicken, beef, and fish.
Cooking and preparation time:
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
Category and Cuisine:
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American