Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe
This green beans recipe makes a quick and delicious side dish for any meal. Fresh green beans soak up the flavors of garlic and butter, so make a double batch; you will want a second helping!
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 tablespoons butter or ghee for Whole30 and Paleo
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 pinches lemon pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water. Bring water to a boil.
- Once water is broiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain water and bring the pot with the green beans back to the medium heat.
- Add butter, stir and cook until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add garlic, salt and pepper. Cook for more 2 minutes. Enjoy!
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Notes
- You can quickly trim the green beans by lining them up on a cutting board and cutting the tops and bottoms off.
- Make sure you don't overcook the green beans or they'll get mushy. They should be bright green and crisp.
- Keep in mind that thin French-style beans cook in half the time than the green beans used in this recipe.
- To store: You can store cooked green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To reheat: Reheat the green beans in the microwave or skillet.
- To freeze: You can freeze cooked green beans in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 299mg | Potassium: 254mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g