Description

Sautéed green beans with garlic, butter, and parsley are a delightful side dish that elevates any meal. This simple yet flavorful recipe highlights the fresh taste of seasonal vegetables while providing a gourmet touch with its buttery, garlicky essence. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, these vibrant green beans complement a variety of main courses, whether meat-based or vegetarian. With just a few ingredients and quick preparation, you can whip up this nutritious dish in no time. Serve them alongside roasted chicken, fish, or even as part of a refreshing summer salad to impress your guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

500 g fresh green beans
30 g butter
2 minced garlic cloves
Small bunch of chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Blanch the green beans: Boil salted water in a pot, add the green beans, and cook for 3 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and cool under cold water.
Sauté the green beans: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic until golden (about 1 minute). Add the blanched green beans, season with salt and pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
Finish with parsley: Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley to coat the beans.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 125 g
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using lemon zest or a splash of lemon juice before serving. Feel free to experiment with herbs like thyme or basil if you want to switch up the flavor profile. These green beans can also be served chilled in salads for a refreshing twist.