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Lemon Garlic Green Beans

Fresh, crisp green beans tossed in garlic and zesty lemon, topped with Parmesan cheese. A simple, delicious side dish!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Vegetarian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Fresh green beans Trim the ends before use.
  • 1 large Lemon Juice freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, optional for a vegan version.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim the ends off the fresh green beans.
  2. In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss with the garlic.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a skillet.