Garlic Green Beans

Want a healthy, quick side of greens that isn’t a salad? Look to these Garlic Green Beans, which are simple to make and add fresh flavor and lots of crunch to a plate. You can cook these longer, if you like a softer texture.

This recipe yields 6 servings


INGREDIENTS

  • 1 lb fresh green beans
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cayenne powder
  • 454 grams fresh green beans
  • 1 small red onion
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cayenne powder

Directions

  1. Wash and clean the beans by removing the tips. Bring a pot of water to a boil.

  2. Boil the beans for 2-3 minutes.. Cool in a bowl of ice water, then strain and dry.

  3. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan to glaze the onions and garlic. Add the green beans and season with salt, pepper, and a hint of cayenne.