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5-Minute Garlic Green Beans
Crispy-tender green beans tossed in garlicky olive oil, done in one skillet in under 5 minutes. The kind of side that tastes like you tried but only took 5 minutes.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 2g
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Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then add green beans and salt.
Step 3
Sauté green beans, stirring occasionally, for 3–4 minutes until edges char and beans are tender-crisp.
Step 4
Taste and adjust salt if needed, then serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- wooden spoon
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