Description
Garlic Butter Green Beans are a vibrant and delicious side dish that will elevate your Thanksgiving feast. Sautéed in rich, garlic-infused butter, these tender green beans exude an irresistible aroma and flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With only a few simple ingredients, this recipe turns ordinary green beans into a gourmet delight that pairs beautifully with turkey or can stand alone as a light option. Prepare to impress your guests with this easy yet elegant dish that embodies the spirit of holiday cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
- Boil salted water in a pot, add the green beans, and blanch for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and crisp. Transfer to an ice bath immediately.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic butter.
- Season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (130g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg