Sautéed Green Beans
These Sautéed Green Beans combine tender green beans with toasted sesame oil, garlic, and toasted sesame seeds for a tasty complement to dinner that's ready in 15 minutes!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen whole green beans no need to defrost
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2-4 fresh garlic cloves pressed
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons 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 1 pound frozen whole 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 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the beans and 2-4 fresh garlic cloves, then season with Kosher salt and pepper.
- Sauté, stirring frequently until softened to your taste, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons toasted 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