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Savory Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe

Savory Garlic Butter Green Beans Recipe
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This Savory Garlic Butter Green Beans recipe is a quick and flavorful side dish featuring vibrant green beans blanched to perfection, then sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce with a bright finish of lemon juice and zest. It’s garnished with fresh parsley, offering a delicious, tender-crisp vegetable dish perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

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Green Beans

  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed

Garlic Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Lemon & Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Blanch the Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn vibrant green and are slightly tender. Drain and immediately plunge the beans into an ice bath to halt the cooking process. Once cooled, drain again and set aside.
  2. Make Garlic Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. When it is melted and gently bubbling, add the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, taking care to avoid burning it.
  3. Sauté the Beans: Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss well to coat the beans evenly. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 5-6 minutes more, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender-crisp.
  4. Finish with Lemon: Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest, tossing the green beans thoroughly to ensure an even coating.
  5. Serve: Transfer the garlic butter green beans to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Blanching the green beans maintains their bright color and crunch.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder dish.
  • You can substitute fresh lemon juice with bottled lemon juice in a pinch, but fresh is recommended for best flavor.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with olive oil.
  • Serve this dish warm as a side with meats, poultry, or vegetarian mains.

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Keywords: garlic butter green beans, savory green beans, side dish, quick green beans recipe, lemon garlic vegetables

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