Description
Cheesy Garlic Green Beans combine crisp, fresh green beans with a buttery garlic butter sauce and a rich blend of mozzarella and parmesan cheese, baked until golden and bubbling. This easy side dish delivers a comforting flavor profile of garlic, subtle heat from red pepper flakes, and a satisfying cheesy crust that pairs perfectly with roasted meats, grilled poultry, or vegetarian mains. Ready in under 35 minutes, it serves four and makes a addition to weeknight dinners and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb green beans, fresh, trimmed
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Blanch green beans in salted boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Melt butter in a skillet, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for 1 minute.
- Toss beans with garlic butter, salt, half of mozzarella and parmesan.
- Transfer to baking dish, top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Garlic Green Beans, easy green bean side, garlic green beans recipe, cheesy green beans, baked green beans, quick vegetable side dish, green bean casserole alternative, garlic butter vegetables, weeknight side recipes, family friendly sides