If you're looking for a quick and easy side dish that's full of flavor and nutrition, then this sauteed garlic and lemon green beans recipe is the perfect choice. It's simple to prepare, and the combination of garlic and lemon gives the green beans a tangy and savory taste that's hard to resist.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
To start, wash and trim the green beans. This can be done easily by snapping off the ends with your fingers.
Next, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the green beans to the skillet, and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Saute for about 5-7 minutes until the green beans are tender yet still crisp.
Finally, squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the green beans and give it a quick toss to coat evenly. Serve hot and enjoy!