If you're looking for a simple and healthy side dish, this Steamed Green Beans with Lemon recipe is the perfect choice. It's quick to prepare, light, and full of fresh flavor. The tanginess of lemon and the richness of extra-virgin olive oil make this a delightful dish that pairs well with any meal.
Steamed Green Beans with Lemon
Course: SidesCuisine: Mediterranean1
servings5
minutes5
minutes70
kcalSteamed Green Beans with Lemon is a simple and refreshing dish featuring tender green beans tossed with bright, zesty lemon.
Ingredients
4 oz trimmed green beans
Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
Coarse salt (to taste)
Fresh lemon (for squeezing)
Directions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and set up a steamer basket over the pot.
- Add the trimmed green beans to the steamer and cover. Steam for 4-5 minutes until the beans are tender but still crisp.
- Remove the green beans from the steamer and transfer to a serving dish.
- Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with coarse salt.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans for a burst of flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 2 g
Sodium: 20 mg
This Steamed Green Beans with Lemon recipe is a perfect example of how a few simple ingredients can create a dish that's both flavorful and nutritious. The bright lemon flavor combined with the tender green beans makes it an easy and elegant side to complement any main course.
