Garlicky Skillet Green Beans
This will become a go-to side dish. It is easy to make and done in minutes. The green beans are perfectly browned and then tossed in a buttery, garlic sauce at the end that will have you crawling back for more.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 93kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced feel free to add more
- Optional garnish: crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat until shimmery.
- Add the green beans in and lightly season with salt and pepper. Sauté the green beans for about 4 minutes, until you start to see some browning.
- Add water to skillet and cover with a lid. Let steam for about 2 minutes until the green beans are bright green.
- Remove the lid and once water has fully evaporated, add in the butter, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt (note: use a little less salt, if using salted butter). Stir the green beans around for about 1 minute, until garlic starts to become fragrant.
- Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm.
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Notes
Because this recipe is so basic, there are lots of ways to mix it up. Here are some ideas:
- Bacon: Top the beans with some cooked and crumbled bacon. Here is a bacon-cooking hack you must use!
- Lemon: Add some fresh lemon juice or a touch of lemon zest over the green beans.
- Parmesan cheese: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over beans.
- Almonds: Sprinkle some toasted almonds over the top. This adds some amazing texture and flavor.
- Add a touch of soy sauce: This adds depth to the flavor.
- Maple syrup: Add just a touch at the end of cooking for a delicious combo of sweet & savory. This is especially good if you are adding bacon!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 93kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 8mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g