Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Pine Nuts

Name: Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Pine Nuts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb, trimmed green beans; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

Fresh green beans tender-crisp and lightly toasted with garlic and pine nuts, delivering a bright, nutty side that complements any protein.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 lb, trimmed green beans
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 2: Add 1 lb trimmed green beans and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bright green and slightly softened.
Step 3: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until aromatic, avoiding browning.
Step 4: Add 1/4 cup pine nuts and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden brown.
Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking 2 more minutes until beans are tender-crisp.