Best 6 Saucy Green Beans Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Saucy Green Beans, a delectable side dish that elevates any meal with its tender-crisp texture and tangy, savory sauce. Featuring three distinct recipes, this culinary journey offers a range of taste experiences, from the classic Southern-style green beans with bacon and onion to the vibrant Asian-inspired green beans with ginger and garlic, and the unique Italian-inspired green beans with tomatoes and basil. Whether you prefer the comforting flavors of traditional Southern cooking, the aromatic zest of Asian cuisine, or the vibrant freshness of Italian cooking, these Saucy Green Beans recipes are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

SAUTEED GARDEN FRESH GREEN BEANS



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This is a great way to cook fresh green beans. This recipe is very basic, but can easily be jazzed up with some onions, fresh garlic, mushrooms - let your imagination run wild! This recipe also is very good for fresh asparagus.

Provided by Cookin Ray

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
¾ pound fresh green beans, trimmed
½ teaspoon onion salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green beans, onion salt, garlic salt, garlic powder, and black pepper together until desired tenderness is reached, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 458.5 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

FRESH GREEN BEANS (A.K.A TOM CRUISE GREEN BEANS)



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds fresh green beans, tips removed
4 tablespoons butter, melted
Salt

Steps:

  • Wash and drain the beans. Put 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Add the beans and cook until tender but still very crisp, about 6 minutes. Drain the beans and add the butter, tossing to coat as it melts. Season with salt.

SAUCY GREEN BEANS



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A special cooked sauce added to fresh green beans makes this a unique and hearty side dish and a pretty complement to any entree. -Hazel Holley, Samson, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds fresh green beans
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/4 cups milk
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons white vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute onion in butter. Stir in flour and sugar until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat to low; stir in the sour cream, parsley and vinegar until blended (do not boil)., Drain beans; place in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Top with sauce and bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FRESH GREEN BEANS WITH HEAVEN SAUCE



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Wonderful side dish that will make even the green bean haters beg for more. Created from my own trial and error. It is perfect now.

Provided by J.B. David

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add green beans, cover, and steam until tender, 2 to 6 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic for 2 minutes. Add sesame seeds; cook and stir until sesame seeds are golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Mix soy sauce, mayonnaise, sriracha hot sauce, and allspice into onion mixture. Add green beans and toss to coat; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 1085.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

ROASTED GREEN BEANS



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A great alternative to fast-food French fries. My family and friends love these as a snack or hors d'oeuvre. No matter how many I make, it's never enough!

Provided by samanathon

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pat green beans dry with paper towels if necessary; spread onto a jellyroll pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Use your fingers to coat beans evenly with olive oil and spread them out so they don't overlap.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until beans are slightly shriveled and have brown spots, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 493.8 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and have no blemishes. Avoid beans that are yellow or wilted.
  • Trim the beans properly: Cut off the ends of the beans, then cut them into 1-inch pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, and rosemary, will add a lot of flavor to the dish. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use about half the amount.
  • Don't overcook the beans: Green beans should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy.
  • Add the sauce at the end: Add the sauce to the beans just before serving. This will help the beans stay crisp.

Conclusion:

Saucy green beans are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they are also low in calories. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and healthy dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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