Garlic Green Beans Recipe
These garlic green beans are a quick and healthy side dish packed with flavor! The green beans are first microwaved for tenderness, then quickly pan-fried with olive oil and minced garlic, making them a deliciously simple yet satisfying addition to any meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 71kcal
Equipment
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Wash the green beans and trim off the ends. If you prefer to skip this step, pre-trimmed green beans work well.
- Place the green beans in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with a lid. Microwave on High for 4 minutes
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and the microwaved green beans. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute, until the garlic is fragrant and the beans are coated.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle the green beans with a pinch of red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- To save time, you can use pre-trimmed green beans from the store, which work just as well for this recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 71kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg