Description
Southern Green Beans are a delightful side dish that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. With their vibrant green color and tender-crisp texture, these beans are sautéed in butter with garlic and onion, creating a savory experience that’s hard to resist. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a must-try.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and green beans; sauté until bright and tender-crisp (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes until tender but still bright green.
- Serve immediately, optionally topped with extra butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding crispy bacon or toasted almonds. To achieve perfect texture, blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes before sautéing.