Garlic Green Beans

These easy garlic green beans are tender, savory, and vibrant in both color and flavor with plenty of garlic, sage, and fresh rosemary.

Why this recipe works

Having a staple garlic green beans recipe on hand is essential for busy nights when you need something neutral and nutritious to throw into the mix. We will show you how to sautee green beans with a quick boil followed by a cozy sear in the skillet with a little olive oil and a whole lot of garlic and herb flavoring.

Whether you prefer roasted green beans, air fryer green beans, or sauteed green beans, you know this veggie is highly versatile and can be sure they’ll pair well with a plethora of different main courses.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions

GREEN BEANS – We prefer our green beans long as they look nicer for presentation. You can cut yours shorter if you like.

How to Make Garlic Green Beans

These step by step photos and instructions are here to help you visualize how to make this recipe. You can Jump to Recipe to get the printable version of this recipe, complete with measurements and instructions at the bottom.

1. Fill a stock pot or Dutch oven 2/3 full with water. Bring pot to a rolling boil.
2. Add green beans to the boiling water and bring back to a boil. When water comes back to a boil and turn off the heat. Allow to sit for 2 minutes.
3. Drain green beans in a collander.
4. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Add half of the minced garlic and cook for one minute. Add green beans. Use tongs to cook and toss for a minute or two.
6. Sprinkle on ground sage, garlic powder, rosemary, and remaining minced garlic.
7. Toss with tongs to incorporate ingredients. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
8. Season to taste with salt.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

Boiling the green beans before sauteeing them helps tenderize the beans. It isn’t an absolutely necessary step, but I would suggest doing so unless you like your green beans firmer and crispier.

Store leftovers in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a drizzle of olive oil.

Serving Suggestions

As garlic green beans are a neutral side, they really do pair well with just about any main course. Anything from beef, chicken, seafood, and pork goes well with a side of green beans. Optionally garnish with parmesan cheese.

Try them alongside brown sugar salmon, cast iron ribeye, or honey garlic chicken breast.

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