Fresh, crisp Skillet Green Beans made in just 15 minutes is one of life’s simple pleasures! Made in just one pan and infused with garlic and lemon with just the right amount of red pepper, these green beans are sure to be at the top of your side dish list in no time.
Green Beans
rep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound fresh green bean – wash, dried and trimmed
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 cloves garlic – minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt – to taste
Instructions
- In a large, heavy-bottom skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the red pepper flakes and green beans. Toss together. Cover pan with a lid or sheet of tin-foil and cook for 6 minutes. Remove lid, lower heat to medium then add in garlic, lemon juice, and zest. Toss and cook for 3 more minutes until beans are bright green and done but still are crisp.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately enjoy .
