How to Saute Green Beans
Learn how to saute green beans perfectly with these step-by-step instructions. If you want the delicious taste of roasted green beans in a fraction of the time, then break out a skillet and turn up the heat.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time9 minutes mins
Total Time14 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Green Beans ends trimmed
- ½ tablespoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tablespoon pepper adjust to taste
Warm a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
Add oil and green beans to the skillet and toss to coat. Add 2 tablespoons of water and cover with a lid. Cook for 3 minutes.
Uncover and stir. Season with salt and pepper. Continue cooking uncovered, while stirring frequently, for an additional 4-6 minutes to the desired doneness.
When green beans are tender crisp, remove them from heat. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 879mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 784IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg