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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Green Beans and Onions

    Published: Jul 3, 2019 · Modified: Nov 2, 2023 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 603 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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    Green beans & onions recipe.
    Green beans & onions recipe.
    Green beans & onions recipe.

    Green beans and onions is a quick and easy side dish for your next weeknight meal. Fresh green beans are tossed with flavorful sautéed onions, garlic, and butter. Ready in twenty minutes.

    A saute pan of green beans on a wooden counter.

    This green beans recipe is filled with flavor and surprisingly simple. Fresh green beans are sauteed on the stove top with onions and garlic butter. 

    My secret to tasty vegetables is simple - add flavor! By sautéeing the onions and garlic, you create a deliciously flavorful butter sauce. It adds so much depth and flavor to otherwise plain beans.

    Serve these green beans as a side dish for your next weeknight meal or holiday dinner. Green beans pair well with meatloaf, baked chicken, and spiral sliced ham.

    Ingredients

    • Green beans - Fresh or frozen green beans work in this recipe. If you have canned green beans on hand, skip the step of boiling and continue with the recipe as written.
    • Onions and garlic - Add flavor to your green beans. I don't recommend omitting either ingredient because they add a significant amount of flavor to the dish.
    • Salt and pepper - Enhances the flavor of the green beans. You could also try adding your favorite seasoning blend, like a pinch of cajun seasoning or everyday seasoning for more flavor.

    Tips and tricks

    Cooking green beans and onions in pans on the stovetop.

    Fresh green beans - I highly recommend using fresh green beans for this recipe. The extra flavor from using fresh produce can't be beat. If you can't find any fresh green beans, I recommend using frozen green beans instead. They'll thaw while boiling, so they don't even need to be thawed beforehand.

    Trimming green beans - First, turn all of your green beans with the stems pointing in the same direction. Gather them in a small bundle and trim off the stem ends, about ¼ to ½ inch in. There is no need to trim the opposite "curly" end of the green bean - it can be eaten as is.

    Frequently asked questions

    Saute pan filled with green beans, ready to serve.
    Can I use canned green beans?

    While fresh or frozen green beans have the best flavor, canned green beans can work in this recipe. Simply skip step one (boiling), and continue with the recipe as written.

    How long do leftover green beans last?

    Leftovers will keep for 3 to 4 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.

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    A saute pan of green beans on a wooden counter.
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    Green Beans and onions

    Green beans and onions is a quick and easy side dish for your next weeknight meal. Fresh green beans are tossed with flavorful sautéed onions, garlic, and butter. Ready in twenty minutes.
    Prep Time5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time15 minutes minutes
    Total Time20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 91kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut in half
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

    Instructions

    • In a large stock pot, bring water to a boil. Boil green beans for five minutes, then strain and set aside. 
    • In a sauté pan over medium heat, add butter. Once melted and bubbling, add sliced onions. Cook for about 3-5 minutes, or until onions are lightly browned around the edges and begin to turn translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
    • Add green beans to sauté pan, stirring to combine. Cook for one additional minute before removing from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately.

    Equipment Recommendations

    • Stainless Steel Saute Pan
    • Zwilling Pro Chef's Knife
    • Boos Maple Cutting Board

    Notes

    • Fresh green beans can be substituted with frozen green beans.
    • If using canned green beans, skip step one, then continue recipe as written.
    • Make this recipe vegan by substituting the butter with olive oil.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 57mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 955IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1.2mg
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American

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    1. Frank

      November 24, 2022 at 9:20 am

      Hi Heather! My mom asked for this dish to be served today for Thanksgiving and I like your recipe the best. It is simple, and, while I haven’t made it yet, I can tell it will be delicious. I know she will love it. Thanks for the recipe Heather!

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    2. Shannon

      February 21, 2022 at 8:53 pm

      Yum! These are amazing! Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Lisa Robinson

      August 14, 2021 at 10:37 pm

      Can the green beans and onion recipie be frozen and if so for how long?

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      • Heather

        August 15, 2021 at 8:51 am

        Hi Lisa, your cooked green beans and onions can be stored in an airtight, freezer-safe container and frozen for up to 3 months.

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