Garlic Green Beans with Olive Oil and Parmesan
A heartwarming dish that combines fresh green beans sautéed in garlic and olive oil, topped with parmesan cheese. Perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound Green beans Fresh green beans provide the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin olive oil for enhanced flavor.
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced Freshly minced garlic is recommended.
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Feel free to add more if you love cheese!
- to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste Pepper Freshly ground black pepper works best.
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim the ends off the green beans.
Blanching
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the green beans. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
Ice Bath
- Drain the beans and immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
Sautéing the Garlic
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to a minute.
Tossing the Green Beans
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet with garlic oil and toss to combine.
Seasoning
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Finishing Touches with Parmesan
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the green beans and toss gently.
Serving
- Serve warm on a beautiful dish.
Notes
Add a pinch of fresh rosemary or thyme for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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