Best 8 Fast Lemon Green Beans Recipes

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**Savory and Refreshing: Lemon Green Beans - A Culinary Journey**

Embark on a delectable culinary adventure with our collection of lemon green bean recipes, offering a vibrant symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These recipes showcase the perfect balance of tangy lemon and crisp green beans, creating a refreshing and savory side dish that complements any main course. From classic sautéed green beans with a hint of lemon to innovative salads and casseroles, our diverse selection caters to every palate. Prepare to be amazed as you explore the versatility of green beans and discover new ways to enjoy this nutritious vegetable.

Let's cook with our recipes!

QUICK-COOKED GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON



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These simple green beans strike the perfect balance between salty and tart. Blanch beans up to a day ahead, then saute just before dinner for a fresh side dish that comes together in a flash.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 20m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced (2 tablespoons)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small lemon, very thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup)

Steps:

  • Blanch green beans in a large pot of salted water until tender, 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large plate or rimmed baking sheet to cool.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add garlic and cook until softened and just beginning to color, 1 to 2 minutes. Add green beans and season generously with salt and pepper. When green beans are hot, toss in lemon slices and cook 1 minute over high. Check seasoning -- beans should be well-seasoned and bright but not too sour. Serve hot, or preferably at room temperature.

LEMON GARLIC GREEN BEANS RECIPE



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If you're looking to update your veggie rotation, try this fresh, flavorful, and fast recipe for lemon garlic green beans. It's perfect for holidays and events.

Provided by Christina Musgrave,Tasting Table Staff

Categories     side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook 2 pounds green beans in a large pot of salted, boiling water for 2 minutes.
  • Remove the beans from the water and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the beans, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 10 mg cholesterol, Fat 4 g fat, Fiber 4 g fiber, Protein 3 g protein, SaturatedFat 3 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 204 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

LEMON GREEN BEANS



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Delicately seasoned with lemon and dill, these tender green beans from Kara Lee Helminak of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin taste fresh and inviting. They're a great accompaniment to almost any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lemon juice, oil, dill and salt; shake well. Transfer beans to a serving dish; add dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON-GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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"My brother made this stove top side dish as his contribution to Christmas dinner one year. We liked it so much that it became a mainstay in our household. -Gail Orsillo of Lynnwood, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir beans in oil over medium heat for 10-13 minutes or until crisp-tender., Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the lemon juice, pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GREEN BEANS WITH LEMON AND GARLIC



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Keep your vegetable sides simple with the Neelys' healthy Green Beans with Lemon and Garlic recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons butter
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch green beans in a large stock pot of well salted boiling water until bright green in color and tender crisp, roughly 2 minutes. Drain and shock in a bowl of ice water to stop from cooking.
  • Heat a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and the butter. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the beans and continue to saute until coated in the butter and heated through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon zest and season with salt and pepper.

LEMON GREEN BEANS



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With a touch of lemon zest and juice, these green beans will take center stage.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lemon
Salt
1 pound trimmed green beans
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Grate the zest of 1/2 lemon, and squeeze 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  • In a saucepan of boiling salted water, cook beans until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, and return to pan. Remove from heat. Toss with oil, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice. Serve sprinkled with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 2 g

BUTTERY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Only fresh green beans and garlic will do for this easy, healthy, and flavorful side dish.

Provided by LookWhatsCooking

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and snapped in half
3 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 pinches lemon pepper
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place green beans into a large skillet and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans start to soften, about 5 minutes. Drain water. Add butter to green beans; cook and stir until butter is melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cook and stir garlic with green beans until garlic is tender and fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with lemon pepper and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 222.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

LEMON GREEN BEANS RECIPE BY TASTY



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The secret to incredibly delicious green beans with minimal work? Chicken stock! Steamed in good-quality stock, the green beans will soak up all of the flavor, seasoning them from the inside out. Finish with a little lemon zest and juice for a bright pop of flavor.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Sides

Time 17m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 ½ lb green beans, trimmed
¾ cup chicken stock
1 lemon, zested
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic green beans and season with salt. Sauté for 2 minutes, just until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add the chicken stock, cover, and steam for 5-7 minutes, until the green beans are tender but still bright green. Add the lemon zest and juice and toss to combine. Season with more salt to taste.
  • Transfer to a bowl and serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavour, use fresh green beans. If using frozen green beans, thaw them completely before cooking.
  • Trim the ends of the green beans before cooking. This will help them cook evenly.
  • To blanch the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
  • Use a large skillet or wok to cook the green beans. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Add the lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Add the green beans to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the green beans immediately.

Conclusion:

This fast lemon green beans recipe is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be prepared in just 15 minutes. The green beans are blanched to preserve their bright green colour and tender texture, then sautéed with lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes for a zesty and flavorful dish. Serve these green beans as a side dish to chicken, fish, or tofu, or enjoy them on their own as a healthy snack.

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