Sautéed green beans with mushrooms are a delicious side to add to any meal, whether it is for a simple weeknight dinner or a Thanksgiving spread.
My brother once pointed out to me that I am a big fan of green beans. I never really thought about it before, but he was right.
I love green bean casserole, blanched green beans, sautéed green beans. You name it.
In fact, I’m always looking for new ways to make green beans, like sautéed green beans garlic and onions. That is where these sautéed green beans with mushrooms comes in.
The mushrooms add a slight earthy flavor and rustic feel to the green beans.
Serve them with mashed potatoes and the protein of your choice and you’ve got yourself a delicious meal!
Do you have to blanch green beans before sauteing?
Blanching green beans before sautéing is not mandatory, but it can enhance their color, texture, and tenderness by partially cooking them and setting the vibrant green color.
Sautéed Green Beans with Mushrooms
Sautéed green beans with mushrooms are a delicious side to add to any meal, whether it is for a simple weeknight dinner or a Thanksgiving spread!
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed*
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, white button, or cremini, sliced
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare an ice bath by placing cold water and ice cubes in a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, bring 1-2 inches of water to a boil.
- Add the whole trimmed green beans to the pot. Allow to cook for about 2 minutes until they are bright green. Do not overcook the beans.
- Immediately transfer the beans to the bowl of ice water, then drain when cool. Pat the green beans dry with a kitchen towel.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Next, add the mushrooms to the pan and saute until soft.
- Add the sliced green beans to the pan and toss to heat through.
- Salt to taste.
Notes
* I often use frozen whole green beans for this recipe. It saves time and the results are the same.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 57Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 103mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 3gProtein: 2g