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A plate of cooked green beans and sliced mushrooms garnished with lemon wedges. The dish is served on a white plate on a marble surface, with a striped napkin partially visible at the edge.

Easy Fresh Green Beans and Mushrooms

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Learn how to prepare fresh green beans and mushrooms that are crisp, not soggy, with these easy-to-follow steps and tips.
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 63
Author Gina Dickson

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fresh green beans washed and trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces white button mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 lemon wedges squeeze on just before serving

Instructions

Blanch the Green Beans:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and simmer for 3 minutes, or until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
    8 ounces fresh green beans
  • Drain the beans and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and crushed garlic.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 8 ounces white button mushrooms, 2 cloves garlic
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mushrooms are soft and golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.

Combine and Season:

  • Add the blanched green beans to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    salt
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring until the beans are heated through and well-coated with the mushroom and garlic mixture.

Serve:

  • Serve warm, with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
    2 lemon wedges

Notes

Tips:
  • Blanching Tip: Don’t overcook the green beans. Once they turn a vibrant green, immediately drain and rinse with cold water to keep their color and texture.
  • Sautéing Tip: Keep the heat on medium and stir often to prevent the garlic from burning.
  • Variations: Add a handful of sliced almonds or chopped fresh herbs like parsley.
Storage:
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil or use the microwave until heated through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 391IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
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