Easy Cast Iron Skillet Green Beans
Description
Crispy, tender, and bursting with flavor, these green beans are cooked to perfection in a cast iron skillet. With garlic, olive oil, and just the right amount of seasoning, this side dish comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with any main course.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, or unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, adjust to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil or butter. Let it melt and heat until shimmering.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Add the trimmed green beans and toss to coat in the garlic and oil/butter. Cook for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender-crisp and slightly browned.
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Toss again to evenly distribute seasoning.
Equipment
- Cast Iron Pan, or Skillet
- Tongs
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 298mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 783IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 1mg