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Saute Garlic Green Beans

Garlic Green Beans

Garlic green beans are the perfect addition to a home-cooked meal. They are easy to make, healthy, delicious, and add a vibrant pop of color that really completes any dish. 
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people

Equipment

  • Large stock pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 3-4 quarts water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  • Bring the water and salt to a rapid boil in a large stockpot.
  • Add the trimmed and washed green beans and boil for 2-3 minutes.
  • Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water. Once the green beans are cold, remove them from the ice water and pat dry.
  • Melt the butter in a large saute pan. Add the minced garlic and the green beans and saute for a few minutes. Season with salt and drizzle with lemon juice.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.2g | Protein: 2.4g | Fat: 6.1g | Saturated Fat: 3.8g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg