Green beans are a healthy side dish for any meal or occasion. This simple recipe uses just a few ingredients and is ready in minutes.
Prep Time: 5 mins • Cook Time: 10 mins • Total Time: 15 mins
INGREDIENTS
- 2 pounds fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth, vegetable stock, or water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Heat a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat.
- Add the olive oil, and once the oil is shimmering and hot, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds, or until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Add the green beans, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper to the pan, and stir. Turn the heat up to medium-high, cover, and cook for about 5-6 minutes, or until the beans are just tender and turn bright green.
- Uncover the skillet, and stir until the water has evaporated; about 2 minutes.
- Add the butter and sauté, for about 1 minute. Add lemon juice and stir to combine.
- Add the black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings, if desired. Serve immediately.
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