Description
A cozy and elegant side dish featuring fresh green beans and earthy mushrooms sautéed in garlic butter, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans by trimming the ends and rinsing them thoroughly under cold water, then set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter until melted and sizzling.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and softened.
- Add the green beans to the skillet, season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
- Cover the skillet and cook the green beans for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until tender but crisp.
- Remove the lid and add the remaining tablespoon of butter; stir until melted and coats the vegetables.
- Add the lemon juice, stirring well to combine, and remove from heat once cooked to your liking.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
To enhance texture, consider adding toasted nuts, cheese, or other vegetables if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg