Garlic Butter Green Beans
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Garlic Butter Green Beans

Tender-crisp, buttery, garlicky. The 10-minute side dish that goes with everything.

Prep 3 minCook 7 minTotal 10 minServes 4Cost $1.00/serving★ 4.6(156)

Servings

Est. total: $4.00 · $1.00/serving

Cost estimates are approximate and vary by location, store, season, and brand. Actual prices may differ.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (fresh, optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add green beans. Blanch for 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.

    1 lb fresh green beans

    Tender-crisp means they snap when bent, not flop. Don't overcook.

  2. 2

    Drain beans and immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced garlic. Cook 1 minute until fragrant and just starting to turn golden.

    2 tbsp unsalted butter4 cloves garlic

    Sliced garlic (not minced) gives you golden chips that distribute flavor and crunch.

  4. 4

    Add blanched green beans. Toss in the garlic butter for 2 minutes until heated through and well-coated. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon.

    1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepper1 tsp lemon juice

Pairs With

🍷Vermentino$

Light, crisp Italian white wine

Herbal and citrusy, complements the garlic and lemon

🍺Session IPA$

Light-bodied IPA with citrus hops

Hop bitterness plays well with the butter and garlic

🧃Sparkling Water with Lemon$

Plain sparkling water with a lemon wedge

Clean and refreshing, lets the side dish complement the main course

Nutrition

23

Calories

1

Proteing

2

Carbsg

2

Fatg

Per serving. Estimated values. Not a substitute for professional dietary advice.

Tips

  • •The blanch-and-shock method can be done hours ahead. Just sauté when ready to serve.
  • •Add sliced almonds or crushed red pepper for variation.

Substitutions

  • butter → olive oil for dairy-free (add a pinch more salt)
  • fresh green beans → frozen green beans (skip blanching, thaw and pat dry first)
  • garlic → ¼ tsp garlic powder in a pinch (but fresh is so much better)

Leftovers

Keeps 3 days. Reheat in a skillet — microwave makes them soggy.

Leftover Ideas

Chop and add to a stir-fryToss with pasta and parmesanAdd to an omelette

Nutrition values are estimates calculated per serving and may vary based on brand, preparation method, and serving size. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. Consult a registered dietitian for specific nutritional needs.

Allergen Notice: Recipes may contain or come into contact with major allergens including milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame. Always verify ingredient labels for allergen information specific to the brands you use.

Drink pairing suggestions are for adults of legal drinking age only. Please drink responsibly.

Food Safety: Follow USDA safe minimum internal temperatures: Poultry 165°F (74°C), Ground meats 165°F (74°C), Beef/pork/lamb steaks 145°F (63°C) with 3-min rest, Fish 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer — do not rely on visual cues alone. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.