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Simple Garlic Green Beans


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  • Author: therecipelounge
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dish of sautéed green beans with garlic that transforms ordinary mealtime into a comforting celebration of flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about a minute until golden.
  3. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and toss gently in the garlicky oil.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Sauté the green beans for about 5 to 7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.

Notes

Feel free to enhance with walnuts, lemon zest, or spices for added flavor.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg