How Long to Boil Green Beans
A super simple, step-by-step guide on How Long to Boil Green Beans for the perfect side dish that can be served with anything!
Ingredients
- 4 quarts water
- 1 pound fresh green beans trimmed
Serving Suggestions:
- butter
- kosher salt
Instructions
- Boil: Add 4 quarts water to a pot and bring to boil.
- Cook Beans: Add 1 pound fresh green beans and let boil 3-5 minutes, depending upon how soft you prefer your green beans. Cook closer to 3 minutes for more firm green beans and closer to 5 minutes, if you want softer green beans. If you like very soft green beans, test one after 5 minutes and cook an additional minute at a time until you have reached your desired doneness.
- Serve: Drain and toss with butter and kosher salt. Enjoy!
Notes
- Dairy-Free: use a plant-based butter or olive oil, if needed.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 522IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
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