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Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic

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Course Side Dish
Keyword easy, vegetarian, cheap, low-cost, quick, low-calorie, vegetables, veggies, healthy, gluten-free, holiday sides, healthy sides, green beans
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 1/2 lb. green beans (trimmed)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • Dash of salt
  • Dash of pepper

Instructions

  • Boil water in a large skillet. Add the beans, cover and simmer on low heat for about 8 minutes. Drain beans and pat dry.
  • Heat oil and butter in pan. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Add beans, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes (or until hot).
  • Serve!