Garlic Butter Creole Green Beans
These Garlic Butter Creole Green Beans are a quick, flavorful side dish made with fresh green beans sautéed in rich butter and bold seasonings for the perfect tender snap every time.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans cleaned and trimmed
- 1 stick ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 to 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add half a stick of butter and melt gently without browning.
- Add the green beans and toss until fully coated. Add the remaining butter if needed.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the beans brighten in color and begin to soften.
- Sprinkle with garlic powder, Creole seasoning, and red pepper flakes (optional). Toss to coat evenly.
- Place a lid on the skillet and cook for 5–10 minutes, checking at the 5-minute mark. Cook until the beans are tender but still have a slight snap.
- Transfer beans to a serving dish and pour any remaining seasoned butter from the pan over the top.
Nutrition
Calories: 42kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1028IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg