Green Beans Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash the Green Beans
Rinse the fresh green beans under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
2
Trim the Ends
Using a sharp knife, trim off the stem ends of the green beans. If desired, you can also trim the tip ends.
3
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife or a garlic press.

4
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
5
Add the Garlic
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
6
Cook the Green Beans
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic and olive oil. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender but still crisp.
7
Season the Beans
Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and stir to combine. Continue to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
8
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the cooked green beans. Toss to combine.