Savory Garlic Butter Green Beans
A delightful side dish that combines crisp green beans with rich garlic butter, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans Use fresh green beans for the best texture and flavor.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Can be substituted with olive oil for a dairy-free version.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced garlic adds aromatic flavor.
- to taste salt Kosher salt typically used.
- to taste pepper Freshly cracked pepper for balanced seasoning.
- 1 lemon Optional, to squeeze over the green beans.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by bringing a medium pot of water to a boil over high heat.
- Add the trimmed green beans to the boiling water. Cook them for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Once cooked, drain the green beans in a colander and run them under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic once the butter is melted, allowing it to sauté for about 1 minute.
- Introduce the drained green beans to the skillet. Toss them gently to coat them in the garlic butter, letting them cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Finally, season the green beans with salt and pepper to taste, and squeeze lemon juice over if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, blanch the green beans first, then cool and pack in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.