Description
Tender green beans simmered in savory broth with sautéed onions and garlic, inspired by the famous Texas Roadhouse side dish. This comforting, Southern-style recipe is full of flavor and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add butter and let it melt completely.
- Sauté onions for 5 to 7 minutes until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add green beans and stir to coat them in the broth mixture.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh green beans for best texture and color.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.
- For extra depth, stir in a splash of vinegar or soy sauce at the end.
- Reheats well and can be made ahead for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse green beans, Southern green beans, sautéed green beans, green bean side dish