Fresh green beans are lightly sauteed and tossed with lemon juice, fresh thyme and parsley in this simple yet elegant side dish.

Sauteed Green Beans with Fresh Thyme

1 teaspoon olive oil

1 pound green beans, trimmed

Fine sea salt and ground black pepper

1/4 cup water

2 teaspoons butter

2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add green beans; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes. Add water; cover. Cook for 2 more minutes. Uncover; cook for 30 seconds to evaporate the water.
2. Add butter, garlic and thyme to skillet; cook for 2 minutes. Toss with parsley and lemon juice; serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Not Provided.

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