Lemon Butter Green Beans

These lemon butter green beans are a healthy and flavorful side dish. The bright lemon and rich butter perfectly complement the fresh green beans.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the butter and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the green beans warm, garnished with additional lemon zest if desired.