Sautéed Green Beans
Tender green beans quickly sautéed with just a few ingredients for a simple, delicious side dish.
Equipment
- large skillet
- tongs or spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans trimmed and ends snapped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and trim the green beans, then pat them dry.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add green beans and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, and pepper; cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Continue to sauté until the green beans reach your desired tenderness, about 5 more minutes.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds at the end.