This simple green bean side dish is prepared with shallots, garlic, and fresh thyme, for an easy and delicious vegetable with lots of flavor. It's great for Thanksgiving or any weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
1tbspolive oil
3/4cupfinely chopped red onion or shallots
2tbspminced garlic
1lbfresh green beans
15sprigs of fresh thyme
1/2tspred wine vinegaroptional
salt and pepper
Instructions
Heat up a skillet over medium heat, then add the olive oil. Add the onion and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the green beans and thyme, and season with more salt and pepper. Saute for 15 minutes, until the raw bite has been taken out but they are still crisp and al dente.
Remove the thyme stems before serving, and add the vinegar for a little bit of brightness. Enjoy!