Garlic Green Beans
This easy garlic green beans recipe makes tender-crisp green beans sautéed with fresh garlic, butter, and olive oil. A simple side dish perfect for Thanksgiving, holidays, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds fresh green beans trimmed
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Green Beans
- Wash and trim the ends from the green beans. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2: Blanch the Green Beans
- Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 4–5 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender.
- Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water. This stops the cooking process and helps the green beans maintain their beautiful color.
- Drain the green beans well.
Step 3: Sauté the Garlic
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4: Add the Green Beans
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss everything together and cook for another 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are heated through and coated in the garlic butter.
Step 5: Finish and Serve
- Remove from the heat and sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
- Serve the garlic green beans recipe warm with your favorite main dish.
Notes
What to Serve with Garlic Green Beans
One of the best things about this garlic green beans recipe is how versatile it is. Serve it with:- Whole Roasted Chicken
- Roast Turkey
- Baked Ham
- Roast Beef
- Pork Tenderloin
- Steak
- Baked Chicken
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Honey Glazed Carrots
- Stuffing
- Dinner Rolls