Simple Sautéed Green Beans
Looking for a quick and flavorful side dish? Dive into our simple sautéed green bean recipe, where fresh green beans are expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection in a matter of minutes, adding a burst of vibrant, wholesome goodness to your plate.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Total Time13 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4 servings
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 tablespoon butter or extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fill a large skillet with matching lid 1/4 cup water and bring the water to boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, add the green beans, then cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until the beans are bright green and most of the water has evaporated.
Reduce the heat to medium, then remove the lid from the pot, drain any excess water, and add the butter, salt, garlic powder, and pepper.
Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned, then toss with the lemon juice and serve.
- For Low-FODMAP: leave out the garlic powder. You can use garlic-infused extra-virgin olive oil in its place if you'd like!
Tips:
- Don't Overcook - overcooked green beans are mushy and lack the perfect crunch that draws us to this yummy green veggie!
- Don't Skip the Steaming - make sure that you steam your green beans before sauteeing. Steaming them helps them to cook more evenly and provides a better texture.
Additions/Variations:
- Go Bold - add fresh garlic and shallots or onions for a deliciously bold take on sauteed green beans!
- Go Asian-Inspired - one of my favorite green bean variations! Add some Asian-inspired flare with a glug of sesame oil + soy sauce (or coconut aminos!), and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
- Add Some Texture - throw some toasted nuts into your green beans for a little bit of extra crunch - almonds and pecans work wonderfully here!
- Add Bacon - need I say anything more about this one?! Bacon makes EVERYTHING better, so it’s no surprise that it would have the same effect here!
- Add Parmesan Cheese - a sprinkle of shredded parmesan cheese will do wonders for your finished dish!
- Change up the Acid - try using balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar instead of lemon juice for a yummy flavor swap!
Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 871IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg