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Garlic butter green beans in a white serving bowl with perfectly browned garlic and fresh shredded parmesan as a topping.
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Garlic Butter Green Beans with Parmesan

Fresh green beans tossed in buttery garlic, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and a splash of lemon juice. An easy, flavorful stovetop side dish perfect for weeknight dinners and holiday meals.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: garlic butter green beans, garlic garlic Parmesan green beans, garlic green beans
Servings: 4
Calories: 147kcal
Author: Dawn

Equipment

  • 1 pot for boiling green beans
  • 1 skillet for sautéing

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ¼ tsp salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper adjust to taste
  • ⅓ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • 1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice see notes

Instructions

  • Wash and trim the green beans. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the green beans for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain thoroughly.
    1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant or lightly golden, stirring frequently.
    3 tbsp butter, 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • Add the green beans, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
    ¼ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper
  • Remove from heat. Add freshly grated Parmesan and toss gently.
    ⅓ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
  • Add 1–2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice to taste.
    1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Transfer to a serving dish, sprinkle with additional Parmesan, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Freshly shredded Parmesan is recommended for the best flavor and appearance, but you can also grate the cheese if you prefer.
  • Lightly golden garlic adds a nutty flavor, but avoid burning it.
  • Start with 1 teaspoon lemon juice and adjust to taste.  I gently hand squeeze half a lemon over the green beans.
  • Salt may need adjusting depending on whether salted or unsalted butter is used.
  • Nutrition information is an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 354mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1111IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg