Sautéed Green Beans

5 from 8 votes

These sauteed green beans are the best way to cook green beans. It is a quick and easy method that makes perfectly tender and delicious garlic green beans. These make the perfect side dish for dinner and can be saved an reheated for another meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Servings: servings

Calories: 31kcal

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
12 oz green beans
2 cloves garlic fresh
1/8 tsp salt - or to taste
1/8 tsp pepper - or to taste

Toppings (optional)

parmesan cheese
toasted pine nuts
crushed red pepper flakes
fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Rinse and dry the green beans completely. Break or cut off the ends of each bean.
Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Once heated add the green beans and cook for 6-7 minutes for thin green beans, or 8-9 minutes for thick green beans, stirring regularly until they begin to soften and brown slightly on the outside.
Use a garlic press to press in the garlic. Then stir in the salt and pepper to taste and cook and additional 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
Garnish as desired and serve.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat well in the microwave or stove top.

Dietary Considerations:

This recipe is naturally:

gluten free
dairy free
low carb
Whole30 compliant

Please note that not all garnish options follow these dietary guidelines but the sauteed green beans without any garnish comply with the dietary restrictions outlined above.

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