April 16, 2021
Sautéed Garlic Green Beans are a quick and easy to make side dish. And most importantly they are delish. The green beans are pan-fried in ghee with onions until blistered in a few spots then tossed with coconut aminos & sliced almonds for some added sweetness & crunch.
WHY THESE SAUTEED GREEN BEANS ARE ABOUT TO BECOME YOUR FAMILY’S FAVORITE
- The ingredient list is short & sweet.
- Cooking the green beans over high heat in ghee on your stovetop gives them extra flavor. Plus a dash of coconut aminos gives a little bit of sweetness!
- Cook Time is QUICK.
- Green beans are super healthy. They’re high in fiber, low in calories, and are full of nutrition.
- Green beans are the perfect side dish for any protein!
- Sauteeing the beans with ghee & coconut aminos keeps this recipe dairy-free, low-carb, gluten-free, paleo, Whole30 and all those other healthy things.
What to Serve with Sauteed Garlic Green Beans
The sauteed garlic green beans serve as an excellent side to any protein, but here are a few recipes if you need some inspo:
Summer Steak Kabobs
Healthy Asian Grilled Chicken
Easy BBQ Chicken Kabobs
The minimal ingredients in this recipe include:
- Onions
- Green Beans
- Ghee (or Butter if dairy free is not a concern)
- Coconut Aminos
- Almonds
- Garlic Powder
- Salt & Pepper
Sautéed Garlic Green Beans
Sauteed Garlic Green Beans are quick and easy to make and super delicious. The fresh green beans are pan-fried in ghee until blistered then tossed with a little garlic, coconut aminos & almonds. Yum!
Ingredients
- 12 oz green beans
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1/2 yellow onion, sliced
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1/4 C thinly sliced almonds
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet add 1/4 cup water and the green beans on high heat and bring to a boil, cooking for 3 minutes. Drain & set aside. Wipe out pan.
- Place pan back over medium heat & melt 2 tbsp of ghee.
- Add onions, and saute for 3-4 minutes.
- Add green beans & saute for an additional 3-5 minutes. Allow the beans to sit and get blistered.
- Season with garlic powder, salt & pepper. Toss to coat.
- Add coconut aminos & almonds. Toss to coat & cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Serve immediately & enjoy.
