Green Beans Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Fresh green beans sautéed.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Green Beans
Wash the fresh green beans under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities. Trim the ends of the green beans by cutting off about 1 inch from each end.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife or a garlic press.
3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
4
Sauté the Green Beans
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet. Sauté them for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until they begin to turn bright green and tender-crisp.
5
Add Garlic and Seasoning
Add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the green beans are tender but still crisp.
6
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the sautéed green beans. Toss well to combine all the flavors.
7
Serve
Transfer the sautéed green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately while warm.