A very quick and simple way to enjoy fresh green beans.
Yield: 4 servings
Time: 15 minutes
Tools
- knife
- large pot
- colander
- large frying pan
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds green beans
- 1½ T olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- salt
- pepper
Directions
Fill pot with water, add salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Meanwhile, trim the green beans and cut them in half. Add to boiling water and cook about 5 minutes, until tender but still crisp. Drain.
Heat oil over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add beans, salt, and pepper, and cook, still stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes, until hot.
Serve immediately.
Notes
Adapted from Donna Klein’s The Mediterranean Vegan Kitchen (read my review).
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