These sautéed green beans are bold, crunchy, and bursting with garlic-chili flavor — the perfect quick side dish for any meal!

𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed

1 ½ tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat level)

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

Salt & black pepper to taste

Optional: 1 tsp soy sauce or lemon juice for extra flavor

𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

Blanch the Beans (Optional for brighter color):

Boil green beans for 3 minutes, then drain and shock in ice water. Pat dry.

Sauté:

Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

Season:

Add green beans, chili flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Toss and sauté for 5–7 minutes, until beans are lightly blistered and coated in seasoning.

Finish:

Add soy sauce or lemon juice if desired and give it a final toss.

Serve hot!

Prep Time: 5 min

Cooking Time: 10 min

Total Time: 15 min

Kcal: ~120 per serving

Servings: 3