Easy French Greens with Garlic (Haricots Verts)
Easy French Green Beans sauteed with butter and garlic is not only a quick side dish to make, it's a great option for both busy weeknight dinners or elegant meals. With this recipe, you can have consistent, restaurant-style green beans every time.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup water
- 1 pound french green beans, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, use olive oil to make it vegan
- 1 clove garlic, (or more, to taste) finely minced or pressed
- kosher salt + fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Mise en place: Trim stem ends off the beans. Mince the garlic. Measure and stage the remaining ingredients.
- Add water to a 12-inch sauté pan (with a lid) over medium high and bring to a boil.
- As soon as the water is boiling, add the beans in an even layer and cover the pan. Steam for 3 minutes. (See note 1)
- Drain the green beans and water from the pan over a colander. Return the pan to medium heat and allow any residual water to evaporate.
- Add the butter to melt. Once bubbly, add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Return the beans to the pan and toss with the garlic and butter for another minute. Season with salt + pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- A 3-minute steam will yield crisp-tender french green beans. If you prefer more tender green beans, allow them to steam one or two extra minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
- To reheat:
- Microwave beans for one minute, then stir. Cook longer as needed, in 30 second increments. Keep in mind that the texture will never be the same as when they were originally cooked.
- Heat a small amount of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beans and sauté until heated through, tossing frequently. With this method, you can 'sear' or slightly brown the beans for a new flavor and textural spin.
Nutrition
Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 696IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
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