This easy seasoned green beans recipe is made from simple ingredients that pack in BIG flavor. You’ll love this easy green bean seasoning!
Green beans are one of my favorite vegetable side dishes. They’re easy, they’re a great way to break up a broccoli rut, and there are so many ways to season green beans!
Today I’m sharing an easy green beans recipe that uses simple seasonings to make a big impact. This simple side dish is easy enough for a weeknight, but elegant enough to serve for a special occasion, like Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas.
Seriously, pair them with our Gluten-Free Spaghetti or Meatloaf, or serve them up next to a Glazed Ham and Mashed Potatoes.
While I love a good green bean casserole or some smothered green beans with bacon, this is my go-to method for seasoning green beans without bacon.
Spices and Herbs that Pair Perfectly with String Beans (These are Organic Too):Garlic (minced, powder or granules)Onion (minced, powder or granules)Parsley as a finisher with some lemons squeezed on top.Toasted sesame seeds.Classic black malabar pepper and salt.Basil.Oregano.Thyme.
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Garlic (minced, powder or granules)
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Onion (minced, powder or granules)
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Parsley as a finisher with some lemons squeezed on top.
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Toasted sesame seeds.
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Classic black malabar pepper and salt.
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Basil.
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Oregano.
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Thyme.
FAQ + Tips And Tricks For The Best Seasoned Green Beans:
Can I Use This Seasoning For Frozen Green Beans? Yes! Frozen green beans are a great substitute for fresh green beans, as they’re picked at their peak and quickly frozen to lock in their nutrients. Feel free to use frozen green beans instead!
Can I Use This Seasoning For Canned Green Beans? You can, though I recommend buying low-sodium or no salt added green beans to keep them from getting too salty.
Other Ways To Cook Green Beans. I’ve shared methods for steamed or sauteed green beans above, but if you like, you can use this same seasoning for air fryer green beans or roasted green beans!
How To MAke Seasoned Green Beans, Step By Step:
- Wash & Trim Your Green Beans. Rinse the green beans in colander under cool water to remove any dirt or grit. Gently shake a bit to drain excess water, then trim the beans. Use a sharp knife to cut off any stringy ends at the tops or bottoms of your beans, then cut into bite-sized pieces if desired.
- Add 1-2 inches of water to a 3-quart saucepan and insert a steamer basket. The water should NOT reach the bottom of the steamer basket.
- Steam The Beans. Bring the water to a boil & add green beans to the steamer basket. Cover with the lid and steam 5-7 minutes or until your desired level of tender.
- Finish & Season. Carefully remove the steamer basket from the saucepan, drain the water from the pan, and add greens back into the empty saucepan, or place on a bowl or plate. Toss with butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
- Serve & Store. Enjoy these beans warm within 2 hours of making them, or chill leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge 3-4 days.
- Wash & Trim Your Green Beans. Rinse the green beans in colander under cool water to remove any dirt or grit. Gently shake a bit to drain excess water, then trim the beans. Use a sharp knife to cut off any stringy ends at the tops or bottoms of your beans, then cut into bite-sized pieces if desired.
- Saute beans. Heat Butter in a medium or large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and 1/4 cup water to the pan and cook over medium heat 10-14 minutes or until the liquid has evaporated and the beans are tender.
- Finish & Season. Sprinkle the beans with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder and stir until evenly coated.
- Serve & Store. Enjoy these beans warm within 2 hours of making them, or chill leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge 3-4 days.
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FAQ
What can I add to green beans for flavor?
How can I enhance my green bean flavor?
What goes well with green beans?
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What is the best substitute of cocoa beans?
A popular substitute for cocoa beans are carob chips, which are less bitter and have a slightly sweet nutty flavor while also being caffeine-free. Carob beans or carob pods can be dried and ground into carob powder, then made into carob chips. Ground coffee beans work well in a pinch for baked items like chocolate cakes and other desserts, and are less expensive than carob. In general, substituting an equal amount of carob powder for cocoa powder is practical. More recently, Brazilian researchers used jackfruit seeds to make flour then they dried and roasted the flour to enhance the flavor and aroma, which is similar to the chocolaty flavor of cocoa beans. If this catches on it could reduce waste from otherwise unused jackfruit seeds and reduce the strain of the cocoa industry.
What spices go well with green beans?
When it comes to adding flavor to green beans, there are several key spices that can really elevate the dish. One option is Garlic and Herb Seasoning, which adds a savory and aromatic taste to the beans. Lemon Pepper Seasoning is another great choice, bringing a zesty and tangy flavor that complements the green beans beautifully.
What herbs can be used to flavor green beans?
Thyme is one of the most popular herbs for flavoring green beans. It has a mild flavor that pairs well with the natural taste of green beans. Basil is another herb that can be used to flavor green beans. Its flavor is slightly sweet but still savory enough to complement the natural taste of green beans.