Sauteed beans and asparagus
Delight in our simple and flavorful sautéed beans and asparagus recipe, featuring fresh garlic and a rich chive butter. Perfect as a quick side dish or a healthy main, this vibrant combination of green beans and asparagus is sautéed to perfection in olive oil, then tossed with aromatic garlic and a luscious chive-infused butter. Ready in minutes, it's a must-try for any meal!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil2 garlic cloves
1 cup green beans
2 lb asparagus
1/4 cup butter
2 tbsp chives
Sauteed beans and asparagus with garlic and chive butter is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any meal. This recipe combines fresh green beans and asparagus with a flavorful garlic and chive butter, creating a vibrant and tasty dish that's easy to prepare.
Instructions:
- Wash and trim the green beans. Cut into bite-sized pieces if necessary.
- Wash and trim the asparagus, then cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic and finely chop the chives.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let it burn.
- Add the green beans to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet. Continue to sauté for another 5-7 minutes, or until both the green beans and asparagus are tender-crisp.
- While the vegetables are cooking, melt 1/4 cup of butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in the finely chopped chives.
- Once the vegetables are done, pour the garlic and chive butter over the sautéed beans and asparagus. Toss everything together until the vegetables are well-coated.
- Transfer the sautéed beans and asparagus to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a side dish to complement your main course.
Tips:
- Trim the ends: Make sure to trim the ends of the green beans and asparagus for a cleaner presentation and better texture.
- Blanch vegetables: Blanch the green beans and asparagus in boiling water for a couple of minutes before sautéing to retain their vibrant color and crispness.
- Use fresh garlic: For a more intense flavor, use fresh garlic cloves instead of pre-minced garlic.
- Adjust cooking time: Keep an eye on the vegetables while sautéing to ensure they are cooked to your preferred level of tenderness.
- Season to taste: Feel free to add salt, pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice to enhance the flavor further.
With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a delightful and nutritious side dish that will complement any main course. Enjoy the fresh flavors and textures of sauteed beans and asparagus with garlic and chive butter.
Nutrition per serving
8 ServingsCalories 88kcal
Protein 3.25g
Carbohydrates 7g
Fiber 3.27g
Sugar 3.18g
Fat 8g
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