Description
This Green Beans and Potatoes Recipe is a delicious and easy dish that combines tender potatoes with crisp green beans and flavorful seasonings. Perfect as a side or main dish, it can be made on the stovetop, in the oven, or using a slow cooker.
🌿 Healthy, budget-friendly, and customizable with meat, cheese, or kept fully vegan! 🍽️🥔
Ingredients
✔️ 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
✔️ 3-4 medium potatoes, diced (Yukon Gold or Red)
✔️ 1 small onion, chopped
✔️ 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
✔️ 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
✔️ 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
✔️ Salt & pepper to taste
✔️ Optional: smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, bacon, or sausage
Instructions
1️⃣ Boil the Potatoes: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add diced potatoes and cook for 8-10 minutes, until fork-tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
3️⃣ Cook the Green Beans: Add green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4️⃣ Combine Everything: Add the boiled potatoes, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning, then pour in broth for extra moisture. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring gently.
5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy! Garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
Notes
✅ Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
✅ Reheating: Warm in a skillet over medium heat or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
✅ Make It Vegan: Use vegetable broth and olive oil instead of butter.
✅ Add Protein: Toss in bacon, sausage, or tofu for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g