
Quick & Tasty Green Beans Recipe!
You got it! Here’s another quick and tasty green beans recipe for you: **Ingredients**: - 500 grams of fresh green beans, trimmed and cut in halves - 2 tablespoons of olive oil - 3 cloves of garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon of lemon zest - Juice of 1 lemon - 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese (optional) - Salt and pepper to taste **Instructions**: 1. **Blanch the green beans**: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender. Drain and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. 2. **Sauté**: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and lemon zest, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. **Cook the green beans**: Add the blanched green beans to the skillet. Toss to coat with the garlic and lemon mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through. 4. **Finish and serve**: Remove from heat, squeeze the lemon juice over the green beans, and season with salt and pepper. If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve as a delicious and zesty side dish. Enjoy!