Best 9 Favorite Green Beans In The Microwave Recipes

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In this fast-paced world, finding quick and easy ways to prepare meals is essential. If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish that can be ready in no time, then you must try cooking your favorite green beans in the microwave. With just a few simple steps and a handful of ingredients, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal in minutes. So, get ready to discover the best recipe for cooking green beans in the microwave and enjoy their vibrant color and satisfying crunch.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THE BEST GREEN BEANS EVER



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Ree Drummond's Best Green Beans Ever recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, starts with bacon grease and gains even more flavor from chicken stock.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound green beans
2 tablespoons bacon grease (can substitute 2 tablespoons butter)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth, plus more if needed
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt (can substitute regular table salt, use 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon)
Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Snap the stem ends of the green beans, or cut them off in a big bunch with a knife if you'd prefer.
  • Melt the bacon grease in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook for a minute. Then add the green beans and cook until the beans turn bright green, about a minute. Add the chicken broth, chopped red pepper, salt and pepper to taste. Turn the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid, leaving the lid cracked to allow steam to escape. Cook until the liquid evaporates and the beans are fairly soft, yet still a bit crisp, 20 to 30 minutes. You can add more chicken broth during the cooking process, but don't be afraid to let it all cook away so the onions and peppers can start to caramelize.

MICROWAVE-STEAMED GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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This is a fast and flavorful healthy side dish for tonight's supper.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound green beans, stem ends removed
1 garlic clove, smashed and peeled
1 tablespoon butter, cut up
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place beans, garlic, butter, and cup water in a 2- to 2 1/2-quart shallow microwave-safe dish with a lid; season with salt. Cover, and microwave on high until beans are crisp-tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir, and pour off any excess liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g

MICROWAVE GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Microwave Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by anme7039

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 7m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups frozen green beans
1/2 tablespoon garlic powder (or less if you are not a big garlic fan like me)
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup pine nuts (optional, toasted)

Steps:

  • Place beans and garlic powder and 1/2 tbs of butter a microwave safe dish and nuke by package directions.
  • When done place 1/2 tbs butter in microwave and melt for about 30 seconds.
  • Mix butter and breadcumbs together and sprinkle on green beans.
  • Top with cheese and pine nuts if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 4.9, Sodium 85.3, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.7

DELUXE GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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We love them as is. Even those who hate beans or veggies love these! Super quick, too. My aunt made these once for Christmas dinner, and they were a huge hit. I bring them everywhere.

Provided by Chelsey Carr

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ pound fresh green beans, trimmed
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Place green beans and water in a microwave-safe bowl; cook in the microwave on high until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Stir butter, garlic, and chicken bouillon into beans until well combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 305.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

MICROWAVE GARLIC-AND-HERB GREEN BEANS



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Simple and full of flavor microwave green beans. Steam it or stir-fry it. A good basic recipe that you can build on. Prepare it many ways with varying ingredients. Delicious either way. A great veggie side that pairs well with most dishes.

Provided by Amy Beth McMaster

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
½ cup water, or more as needed
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a microwave-safe glass dish. Add water, garlic, oil, basil, salt, and pepper and mix together. Cover the dish with a lid.
  • Microwave on high power for 5 minutes.
  • Check water level, adding more if needed, and stir green beans. Replace the lid and microwave until tender-crisp, 3 to 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 31.3 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: green beans, cream of mushroom soup, fried onion, scallion

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Sides

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

15 oz green beans
15 oz cream of mushroom soup
1 cup fried onion
scallion, sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • To an 8-inch (20 cm) microwave-safe pie dish, add the green beans and cream of mushroom soup, then sprinkle the fried onions evenly over the top.
  • Microwave for 5 minutes at half power until onions have become a little crispy.
  • Top with scallions and serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 5 grams

MICROWAVE GREEN BEANS WITH BACON



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I enjoy dishes that are salty and sweet, so I changed a recipe to create this version which I can make in the microwave.-Julie A. Jahnke, Green Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons butter
7 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 4-1/2 minutes or until the beans are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts :

MICROWAVE HERBED GREEN BEANS



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Rosemary and basil complement green beans, celery and onion in this savory side dish from Ruth Andrewson of Peck, Idaho. "My mother always cooked with fresh herbs from her garden," she writes. "Now I find myself doing the same."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1 to 3 tablespoons butter
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Place the beans and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3 to 4-1/2 minutes or until tender; set aside. In another dish, combine the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until onion is tender. Drain beans. Drizzle with onion mixture; toss to coast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MICROWAVE GREEN BEANS ALMONDINE



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Make and share this Microwave Green Beans Almondine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Trisha W

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs fresh green beans
1/2 cup hot water
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons margarine
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (good) (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Wash and break the beans into 1 1/2 inch pieces into a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Stir the hot water and salt until salt disolves.
  • Stir the water into the beans, cover and microwave on high 12-17 minutes, until tender crisp, stirring once halfway through.
  • Let stand 2-3 minutes, then drain.
  • Mix all the other ingredients into the beans, stirring until the margarine melts.
  • Heat on high in microwave till heated through (about 1- 1 1/2 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 461.4, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 3.4

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans for the best flavor and texture.
  • Trim the ends of the green beans before cooking.
  • Use a microwave-safe bowl or container that is large enough to hold the green beans in a single layer.
  • Add a small amount of water to the bowl or container to help the green beans steam.
  • Cover the bowl or container with a lid or plastic wrap before microwaving.
  • Cook the green beans on high power for 2-3 minutes per cup, or until they are tender-crisp.
  • Season the green beans with salt, pepper, and other desired seasonings after cooking.
  • Serve the green beans immediately as a side dish or as part of a main course.

Conclusion:

Microwaving green beans is a quick and easy way to cook this healthy and delicious vegetable. With just a few minutes of cooking time, you can have tender-crisp green beans that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving them as a side dish or as part of a main course, microwaved green beans are sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to cook green beans, give the microwave a try.

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