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Spring Green Beans

Spring Green Beans

Craving something fresh and vibrant? These Spring Green Beans are the ultimate easy side dish, bursting with flavor and color. Made with fresh ingredients, they're perfect for any meal and come together in just a few moments. Make them tonight for a healthy addition to your dinner!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans Green Beans 14.5-ounce, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 whole Lemon halved
  • pinch Red Pepper Flakes

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat skillet over medium – low heat. Add green beans and drizzle with olive oil. Quickly sauté green beans, about 3 minutes. Add in rings from slices of red onion. Remove from heat and squeeze juice from one half of lemon. Cut remaining half of lemon into thin slices and add to the green beans. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Freezing: This dish is best served fresh, but if you have leftovers, you can freeze them for up to a month.
  • Pairing: These green beans go wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish.
  • Herb Variations: Adding fresh herbs like parsley or thyme can enhance the flavor.
  • Presentation: For a pop of color, garnish with lemon slices before serving.