Lemon Butter Green Beans with Garlic and Parmesan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans (cleaned and trimmed)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 1 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese.
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large bowl with ice cubes and cold water and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add green beans and cook for about 3 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain beans and immediately place in ice water to stop the cooking.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and cook for about 1 minute longer until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice and cook for 1 minute.
- Drain green beans and add to skillet.
- Saute green beans, stirring occasionally for about 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon zest.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately.