Garlic butter green beans
Delight your taste buds with this easy Garlic Butter Green Beans recipe! Just three simple ingredients – garlic powder, salted butter, and fresh green beans – create a savory and buttery side dish that's perfect for any meal. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it's sure to become a family favorite!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
1 tsp garlic powder2 tbsp salted butter
1 package green beans
Garlic butter green beans is a simple yet delicious side dish that combines the vibrant, crisp texture of fresh green beans with the rich, savory flavors of garlic and butter. Ideal for pairing with a variety of main courses, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.
Instructions:
- Wash the green beans thoroughly under cold water.
- Trim the ends off the green beans if needed.
- Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil.
- Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water.
- Carefully add the green beans to the boiling water.
- Blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
3. Drain the Green Beans:
- Once the green beans are blanched, immediately drain them in a colander.
- To stop the cooking process, you can briefly rinse them under cold water or submerge them in a bowl of ice water.
- In a large skillet, melt the salted butter over medium heat.
- Add the garlic powder to the melted butter, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic powder is fully incorporated and fragrant.
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet with the garlic butter.
- Toss the green beans in the garlic butter to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Sauté the green beans for an additional 3-5 minutes until they are heated through and tender.
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Transfer the garlic butter green beans to a serving dish.
- Optionally, garnish with freshly ground black pepper or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
- Serve the garlic butter green beans immediately as a delicious side dish to your favorite main course.
Tips:
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Blanching the green beans in boiling water for 2-3 minutes and then plunging them into ice water can help maintain their bright green color and crisp texture.
- If you prefer fresh garlic, substitute the garlic powder with 2-3 minced garlic cloves sautéed in butter for a minute or until fragrant.
- To enhance the dish, toss in a handful of toasted almond slivers or chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme.
With just three simple ingredients, garlic butter green beans offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them an excellent addition to any meal. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures a delicious, nutritious side dish that will impress your family and friends.
Nutrition per serving
2 ServingsCalories 150kcal
Protein 2.98g
Carbohydrates 11g
Fiber 3.97g
Sugar 4.75g
Fat 12g
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