Skillet Green Beans
Skillet green beans with onion and garlic are a simple and flavorful side dish made by sautéing fresh green beans until tender with golden onions and fragrant garlic. This easy stovetop green bean recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings and is a healthy vegetable side that pairs well with almost any main dish.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp bacon grease
- 1 lb green beans
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ medium onion diced or slices
- bacon bits optional
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon grease. Allow it to melt completely.
- Add the diced onions to the skillet. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the minced garlic and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the fresh green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.
- Cook the green beans for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until they reach your preferred level of tenderness.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add optional bacon bits if you want an extra savory crunch.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure to read the Frequently Asked Questions section for any additional questions.
- Read the full blog post as I share tips and ways to avoid mistakes when making these Skillet Green Beans.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 10.5gProtein: 2.5gFat: 5.8gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 14mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 3.9gSugar: 3.8g
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