This green bean recipe uses fresh green beans and garlic, so this side is really fresh, flavorful, and healthy. If you're in a hurry, you can keep the green beans whole, as I have done or you can break them in half (this size fits better on a fork). Feel free to add cherry tomatoes or use a combination of green and yellow beans for more visual interest.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: green beans
Servings: 4people
Calories: 115kcal
Author: Chef Sara Furcini
Ingredients
½poundyellow/wax beanscut in half on diagonal
½poundstring beanscut in half on the diagonal
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
3garlic clovessmashed and minced
¼teaspoonsea salt
½teaspooncayenne pepper
1teaspoonapple cider vinegar
Instructions
Boil the beans. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add the beans and boil for 5 minutes. Pour over a colander set in the sink.
Toss and serve. Pour the olive oil, garlic, and salt into a small bowl. Mash the garlic well with a fork. Add the cayenne pepper and apple cider vinegar. Mix well then toss the dressing on the warm beans. Marinate 20 minutes. Serve with tongs.