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Sautéed Green Beans with French Onions

Sautéed Green Beans with French Onions: A Flavorful Twist

Delicious Sautéed Green Beans with French Onions, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Green Beans
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Choose firm, bright green beans for best flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth Optional, skip for a lighter dish.
For the Caramelized Onions
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with coconut or canola oil for dairy-free option.
  • 2 medium Onions Sliced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Ice water bath

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 1 minute, then transfer to an ice water bath.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onions with salt and pepper for 5-8 minutes, then cook on low for 15 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Add minced garlic to onions and cook for 1 additional minute.
  4. Heat remaining butter in the skillet and toss in the blanched green beans, add seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  5. Top green beans with caramelized onions and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately after cooking for optimal flavor and texture.

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