These tender-crisp lemon-garlic green beans have tons of flavor from shallots, garlic and the tangy lemon.

It’s the perfect simple green bean side dish that pairs well with everything.

Prepare a large bowl of ice water.

Lemon-Garlic Green Beans

Photo: Will Dickey

Add beans to the boiling water; boil for 3 minutes.

Drain the beans and immediately transfer to the ice water; let stand for 2 minutes.

Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.

Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add shallot; cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.

Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper.

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