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Sautéed Green Beans Recipe

Made with butter, salt, cracked pepper, and a little lemon juice, these vibrant sautéed green beans are the perfect seasonal side.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Sauteed Green Beans
Servings: 4
Author: Lee Funke

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 lbs. fresh green beans rinsed and trimmed
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter chopped into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet set over medium/high heat. When the olive oil is fragrant, add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
    A frying pan with a spoon in it.
  • Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and sprinkle with salt. Reduce the heat to medium and sauté the green beans until warmed through and bright green in color, about 7-10 minutes. Do not over cook the beans.*
    Green beans in a skillet with a wooden spoon.
  • Remove the beans from the heat and mix in the butter, lemon juice, and pepper. Enjoy!
    A pan with green beans and cheese on it.

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Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover green beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating Instructions: Warm green beans in the microwave or in a skillet on the stovetop. 
  • Cook Time: Every stovetop is different so be sure to check on the green beans while they cook to prevent mushy beans. 

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g