Description
Garlic Butter Sautéed Green Beans and Mushrooms is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful side dish that brings together crisp green beans, savory mushrooms, and rich garlic butter. It’s perfect for weeknight meals, holiday feasts, or meal prep. One skillet, simple ingredients, and big flavor!
Ingredients
1 lb fresh green beans
8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Trim the green beans and slice the mushrooms. Mince the garlic finely.
2. (Optional) Lightly steam green beans for 2-3 minutes for a more tender texture.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté until browned and tender, about 6-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same pan, lower the heat to medium-low. Add butter and minced garlic. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add green beans and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
6. Return mushrooms to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss to combine.
7. Cook for 1-2 more minutes, then serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking mushrooms; they need space to brown, not steam.
For extra depth, add a splash of balsamic vinegar before serving.
If using salted butter, reduce the added salt slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: green beans, mushrooms, garlic butter, vegetable sides