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Easy Sautéed Green Beans

A quick, delicious side dish that brightens up any meal with vibrant green beans sautéed to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them thoroughly.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Cooking
  1. Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté, stirring occasionally, for 5 to 7 minutes until they begin to blister and are tender-crisp.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release the garlic aroma.
  3. Season the green beans with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. If using, drizzle with fresh lemon juice and toss to combine.
  5. Remove from heat and sprinkle sliced almonds on top if desired.
  6. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

These green beans pair perfectly with grilled chicken, steak, or veggie casseroles. Serve them family-style and top with lemon zest or more almonds for flair.