Description
This stovetop sautéed green beans recipe is a quick and easy way to make green beans taste amazing. All you need is a handful of ingredients, and it takes roughly 10 minutes to whip up. It’s a flavorful and quick side dish that pairs well with almost any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons shallots, sliced
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of half a lemon
- Lemon zest, to garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil.
- Once the oil is heated, add the garlic and sliced shallots. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until softened.
- Add the green beans to the skillet. Stir them frequently, sprinkle water over the green beans, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans for extra flavor.
- Serve hot as a side dish and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American