Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMcGregors Butcher & BistroSautéed French Green Beans Recipe

Sautéed French Green Beans Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Make Sautéed French Green Beans Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Seasonings

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Wash and Trim Green Beans

    Rinse the French green beans under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the ends of each bean by snapping them off or cutting them with a knife.

  2. 2

    Mince Garlic

    Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare Almonds (Optional)

    If using, toast the slivered almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.

  2. 5

    Sauté Green Beans

    Add the trimmed French green beans to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are bright green and tender-crisp.

  3. 6

    Add Garlic and Seasonings

    Stir in the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the beans are tender.

  4. 7

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Toss to combine.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate and Garnish

    Transfer the sautéed green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds before serving.

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