Best 8 Healthy Garlic Green Beans Recipes

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Discover delectable and nutritious dishes with our handpicked selection of "Healthy Garlic Green Beans" recipes. Embrace a culinary journey where vibrant green beans and aromatic garlic intertwine to create wholesome meals. From quick and easy skillet recipes to oven-roasted delights, our collection caters to a variety of dietary preferences and cooking styles. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors, textures, and nutrients. Get ready to transform ordinary green beans into extraordinary culinary creations that will nourish your body and soul.

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

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

HEALTHY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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"Because this recipe is easy to prepare, healthy and delicious, it has become the only way I make green beans," says Clara Saxe of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The versatile beans feature plenty of garlic and Italian seasoning and complement most any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 15x10x1-in. baking pan, toss green beans, oil, garlic and Italian seasoning until beans are well coated. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender and lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g 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.

GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Caramelized garlic and cheese! Is there anything better with green beans? You'd better make plenty for everyone!

Provided by Ericka Ettinger

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Beans

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium head garlic - peeled and sliced
2 (14.5 ounce) cans green beans, drained
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil; add garlic, and cook until lightly browned, stirring frequently. Stir in green beans, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until beans are tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 10.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 555 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 16m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toast 4 sliced garlic cloves and a pinch of cayenne pepper in a skillet with butter. Add 1 1/4 pounds green beans, season with salt and a pinch of sugar and cook 2 minutes. Add 1/4 cup water, cover and cook 6 minutes, then uncover and boil until the water evaporates. Season with salt and pepper and toss with chopped pecans.

BUTTERY GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Buttery Garlic Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb green beans, fresh
3 -4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Wash green beans, trim ends and remove any strings.
  • Bring 1/2 C water to a boil in a large saucepan or dutch oven. Add beans.
  • Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.Drain and set aside.
  • Saute garlic in butter in large skillet.
  • Add beans, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated stirring occasionally.

BAKED GARLIC GREEN BEANS



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If you like your veggies nice & crispy this is the perfect recipe. I found it in Quick Cooking about a year ago and have used it many, many times.

Provided by sugaree

Categories     Beans

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb string bean
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
3 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Combine all ingredients in a baking pan and toss until string beans are well coated.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper when done.

FRESH GREEN BEANS & GARLIC



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I am a firm believer that fresh is best. I developed this recipe to take advantage of our garden veggies. It really shows off the full flavor of the green beans. -Carol Mayer, Sparta, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, sliced
2 pounds fresh green beans
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 45-60 seconds or until golden. Using a slotted spoon, remove garlic from pan; reserve. Add green beans to pan; cook and stir 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender., Stir in broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 8-10 minutes or just until beans are tender and broth is almost evaporated, stirring occasionally. Stir in reserved garlic.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 245mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or bruising.
  • Trim the green beans: Remove the ends of the green beans, where the stem was attached.
  • Cook the green beans properly: Green beans can be cooked in a variety of ways, but the most popular methods are boiling, steaming, and stir-frying. Be careful not to overcook them, as they will become mushy.
  • Add garlic early: Garlic is a key ingredient in this recipe, so be sure to add it early in the cooking process to allow its flavor to develop.
  • Use a good quality olive oil: Olive oil is another important ingredient in this recipe, so be sure to use a good quality oil that has a fruity flavor.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to season the green beans with salt and pepper to taste.

Conclusion:

This healthy garlic green beans recipe is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The green beans are cooked to perfection and the garlic adds a delicious flavor. This recipe is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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