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.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 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
Instructions
- 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.
Notes
- For Low-FODMAP: leave out the garlic powder. You can use garlic-infused extra-virgin olive oil in its place if you'd like!
- 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.
- 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!
Nutrition
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