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Green Beans with Garlic and Basil



Celebrate the garden-fresh simplicity of summer with these vibrant Green Beans tossed in fragrant garlic and fresh basil—an effortlessly elegant side that complements everything from grilled salmon to light pasta dishes. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, this dish delivers crisp-tender beans enveloped in aromatic herbs, making healthy eating as easy as it is delicious.

Green Beans with Garlic and Basil

Ingredients

  • 3 cups green beans, cut in half
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 tbsp basil, fresh, chopped
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan.
  2. Once the oil is hot, but not smoking, add the chopped garlic and saute until fragrant.
  3. Then add the green beans.
  4. Season with a little bit of salt and pepper.
  5. Saute a few minutes.
  6. Add 1/4 cup of water.
  7. Put the lid on and turn the heat to low.
  8. Simmer about 5 minutes until the green beans are tender.
  9. Stir in the basil.


Published: Jul 23, 2025