Sautéed greens beans are a classic veggie side. They are a tasty veggie addition to any meal and quick to make in just 10 minutes! This is my tried-and-true method for flavorful, crisp green beans that is always a crowd pleaser.

Sautéed green beans in a skillet with tongs

Veggie-loading a meal can be as simple as adding a great veggie side to the table! These easy sautéed greens beans are the perfect thing to throw together on a busy night since they take minutes to make! Loaded with flavor and great textures, your meal will be made just a little better then you add these sautéed green beans to the menu!

Chef’s tips and tricks

  • Don’t overcook them! Nothing is worse than a mushy, overcooked green bean. Crisp and slightly tender beans is the goal. To achieve this, taste a bean or two during the cooking process. If it is too crispy for you, keep cooking, testing another green bean in a minute or two. Stop when your desired texture is reached.
  • Pull them from heat as soon as they are done cooking. Again, basically the only thing that can go wrong with this green bean recipe is overcooking. Even when you have turned the heat off on your stove, the burner and skillet will remain hot…continuing to cook the beans. And then your perfect sautéed green beans run the risk of going dark and mush. So, be sure to not only turn off the heat but use tongs remove the green beans from the hot skillet right away to keep those perfect green beans crisp and delish.
  • Add additional seasonings to make these sautéed green beans fit your personal taste. This recipe is flavorful and simple, but don’t be afraid to put your own twist on these veggies! See some tried-and-true seasoning pairings for green beans below.
Sautéed green beans in a bowl with rice and lentils. There is a fork in the bowl
5 from 2 votes

10-Minute Sautéed Green Beans

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cuisine: American
Course: Side Dish
Author: Taesha Butler
Sautéed greens beans are a classic veggie side. They are a healthy addition to any meal and are easy to quick to make in just 10 minutes! This is my tried-and-true method for flavorful crisp green beans that is always a crowd pleaser.
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound fresh green beans
  • 1/4 cup water or broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste

Instructions
 

  • Wash and trim the green beans.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
  • Once the garlic has been cooked, add green beans and water/broth to the skillet and cover. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Cook green beans for about 5 minutes or until they are bright green and slightly tender.
  • Remove lid and continue to cook bean for about 2 more minutes or until water/broth has cooked off.
  • Season with salt, tossing to coat the beans. Taste and add more salt if desired.
  • Remove from heat immediately and enjoy warm.
Calories: 68kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Sodium: 153mg, Potassium: 245mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 783IU, Vitamin C: 14mg, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information provided here is only an estimate shared for convenience and as a courtesy. Information will vary based on ingredients + brands used to create the recipe.