Sautéed Green Beans
These Sautéed Green Beans are an easy, yet delicious side dish that pairs perfectly with almost any entree or holiday spread. This recipe combines tender green beans with toasted sesame oil, garlic, and toasted sesame seeds for a tasty complement to dinner that's ready in 10 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb frozen whole green beans no need to defrost
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2-4 garlic cloves pressed
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare a large bowl with ice and cold water next to it.
- Once bubbling, add the frozen green beans and cook for 1 minute.
- Quickly and carefully drain the beans and place them in the prepared ice bowl. Allow it to sit in the ice water for 3-4 minutes, then drain very well and pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beans, garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Sauté, stirring frequently until softened to your taste, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Notes
- Leftovers: Store any leftover green beans in an airtight container in the fridge for up to about 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a skillet over medium heat on the stovetop, in the oven at 350ºF for about 8 minutes, or in the microwave until warm.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag for up to 3 months, then thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg