These sautéed green beans with garlic are a quick, go-to side when you want something fresh without a lot of effort. Cooked until just tender and tossed with garlic, they’re ready in minutes but taste like you put in way more work.
Sautéed green beans with garlic on a white plate
Green Beans with Garlic
Green beans and garlic are just one of those combinations that always works. The beans stay crisp-tender while the garlic adds a simple, savory flavor that makes them hard to stop eating. I make these all the time for weeknight dinners, but they’re just as good for holidays or when you need an easy side to round out a meal.
I’ve made green beans every way you can think of, and the key is not overcooking them. A quick sauté keeps them bright, slightly crisp, and full of flavor instead of soft and dull.
And then there’s the garlic. It cooks just enough to mellow out and coat the beans without overpowering them. It’s simple, quick, and one of those sides you’ll end up making on repeat.
Why You’ll Love Them: They’re crisp-tender, full of garlicky flavor, and come together fast. It’s simple, but not boring.
Top Tip: Keep the heat at medium-high and don’t overcrowd the pan—this helps the beans cook quickly and keeps them from steaming.
How to make recipe
Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic
Ingredients
- 8 oz green beans (trimmed)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- pinch black pepper & salt
Instructions
- Bring a large saucepan of water to the boil with 1 teaspoon of salt. Add beans, cook for 4 minutes (they will turn bright green), drain, then rinse under cold tap water to cool.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add green beans and garlic. Toss for 2 minutes until the garlic is golden and crispy. Add salt and pepper, then toss.
- Transfer beans to serving dish
