Garlic Butter Green Beans with Dill and Lemon
Tender-crisp green beans tossed in garlic butter with fresh dill and lemon juice. A simple, versatile side dish that’s bright, rich, and easy enough for weeknights or holidays.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time25 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Keyword: dill, garlic butter, green beans, lemon, vegetarian
Servings: 8
- 1½ lb French green beans trimmed
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup fresh dill chopped
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Bring a high-sided sauté pan or pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the green beans and cook for 3 minutes, until bright green and just tender. Drain and set aside.
Empty and dry the pan, then return it to medium-low heat.
Add 2 tablespoons of the butter and the sliced garlic. Cook gently for about 8 minutes, until the garlic is soft, translucent, and lightly golden.
Add the green beans back to the pan along with the remaining tablespoon of butter, lemon juice, and dill. Toss to coat evenly.
Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm, with extra lemon if desired.