Garlic Butter Green Beans
These garlic butter green beans are a simple yet flavorful side dish, perfect for any meal. Fresh green beans are quickly cooked and tossed in a savory garlic butter sauce.
Equipment
- large pot or steamer
- large skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Instructions
- Steam or boil the green beans until tender-crisp; typically 5-7 minutes.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic butter.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of toasted almonds can be added before serving.