I have an intense love with fresh green beans, and these flavor-packed Garlic Parmesan Green Beans are one of my favorite healthy ways to prepare them.

Yes!!! I could literally eat a big bowl of these green beans as an entire meal. I’ve been grilling a lot lately and craving fresh vegetables… these are the perfect side dish to just about any main dish.

Healthy deliciousness right here!

This recipe calls for crushed red pepper flakes… I used 1/4 teaspoon, but if you can take the heat, add more to your liking.

I like these beans crisp-tender so I sautéed them for about 7 minutes. If you like yours more tender, sauté them for an additional couple of minutes.

Enjoy!

Garlic Parmesan Green Beans

Author: Amy @ The Blond Cook
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Side Dishes
Method: Saute
Cuisine: American

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Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans, rinsed and trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons freshly minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (more or less, to taste)
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more or less, to taste)
1/3 cup shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

Place green beans in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and add garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
Sauté in a large skillet over medium high heat for 7-8 minutes (stirring frequently), or until desired tenderness is met. Add more olive oil if necessary.
Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese.