Easy recipes with green beans
Got green beans and not sure what to make? Here are 8 easy dinners you can cook tonight. Each one keeps to everyday ingredients and a single skillet or sheet pan where possible, with rough prep and cook times so you can pick by how much time you have. Prefer to cook with exactly what's on your shelf? Tell Cache & Cook what you have and it drafts a recipe free.
Green Beans with Crispy Garlic and Shallots
15 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarianside dish
Garlic & Lemon Green Beans with Crispy Breadcrumbs
15 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarianlight
Sichuan Garlic Green Beans with Crispy Chili Oil
15 min Serves 4weeknightasianvegetarian
Pan-Seared Green Beans with Crispy Garlic and Anchovies
10 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarian-optionalquick
Green Beans with Garlic, Bacon, and Toasted Breadcrumbs
20 min Serves 4weeknightcomfort-foodvegetable-forward
Green Beans with Garlic, Lemon & Crispy Breadcrumbs
15 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarianbright
Green Beans with Crispy Shallots and Garlic
20 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarianclassic
Green Beans with Garlic, Lemon & Crispy Panko
15 min Serves 4weeknightvegetarianlight
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Common questions
- How do I store fresh green beans to keep them crisp longer?
- Store unwashed green beans in a paper towel-lined container or bag in the refrigerator crisper drawer for up to 5 days. Keep them dry until you're ready to cook, as moisture speeds up spoilage.
- Can I use frozen green beans instead of fresh in recipes?
- Yes, frozen green beans work well in most recipes and require no prep; just add them directly to the pot and reduce cooking time by 2-3 minutes since they're already partially cooked.
- What are some quick side dishes to serve with green bean recipes?
- Pair green bean dishes with simple rice, roasted potatoes, or crusty bread for a complete meal, or serve alongside grilled chicken or fish for protein.
- How can I make green bean recipes healthier or lower-calorie?
- Replace butter or cream with olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice, and skip heavy sauces; roasting or steaming green beans with minimal fat keeps them nutritious while staying delicious.
- How long do green beans take to cook, and how do I know when they're done?
- Green beans typically take 5-10 minutes to cook depending on the method (boiling is faster, roasting slower), and they're done when tender but still slightly crisp when pierced with a fork.