Description
Cheesy Garlic Green Beans: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe is a deliciously satisfying side dish that transforms fresh green beans into a flavorful delight. This recipe blends vibrant green beans with aromatic garlic and two types of creamy cheese, creating a dish that is both visually appealing and irresistible to taste. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this quick and easy recipe, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, gatherings, or as an exciting addition to your holiday spread. The best part? It’s packed with nutrients from the fresh green beans while offering a rich, cheesy flavor that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 3-5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and plunge into an ice bath.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add blanched green beans to the skillet and toss gently in the garlic butter for about 3-4 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Reduce heat to low, sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the beans, stirring gently until melted.
- Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg