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green beans with garlic
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Sautéed Green Beans

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Simple sautéed green beans cooked with garlic and olive oil. A quick, healthy Let’s Veg side dish perfect for everyday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1½ tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice or splash of balsamic optional

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add green beans and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and lightly blistered.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Finish with lemon juice or balsamic if using.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0.5mgSodium: 29mgPotassium: 251mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 784IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add sliced almonds or sesame seeds for crunch
A pinch of red pepper flakes adds gentle heat
Works well with frozen green beans (thawed and dried)

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