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!
- 25 Mar 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 5 min
- 2 Servings
- 3 Ingredients
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.
Ingredients:
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 Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 160 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 150kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.98g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 11g | 3% |
| Fiber 3.97g | 10% |
| Sugar 4.75g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 12g | 14% |
| Saturated 7g | 22% |
| Cholesterol 33mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 160ug | 17% |
| Choline 24mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B1 0.12mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B2 0.15mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B3 1.05mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 0.23mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 18mg | 19% |
| Vitamin E 0.59mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 60ug | 52% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 54mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.11mg | 12% |
| Iron, Fe 1.56mg | 14% |
| Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 66mg | 5% |
| Potassium, K 320mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 1.22ug | 2% |
| Sodium, Na 80mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.40mg | 4% |
| Water | |
| Water 130g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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