How to Steam Green Beans in the Microwave

Name: How to Steam Green Beans in the Microwave
Prep time: 2 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Green Beans (1 pound fresh green beans (washed and trimmed)); 3 tbsp Water (3 tablespoons water); 1 piece Butter (1 tablesooon butter); 0 pieces Table Salt (Salt and pepper)

How to Steam Green Beans in the Microwave - Side (American)

7 minAmerican

Servings4

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Steps

1Place washed and trimmed green beans in a microwave-safe bowl. Add just enough water to cover the bottom of the bowl, 2 to 3 tablespoons.
2Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 4 to 6 minutes, until green beans are just tender.
3Carefully remove plate (the steam will be hot), drain any remaining liquid, and add about a tablespoon of butter to the bowl. Toss to coat and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
4Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal
Protein: 2g
Carbs: 8g
Fat: 0g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g

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How long does how to steam green beans in the microwave take to make?

About 7 minutes from start to finish, including prep.

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It serves 4 as written. Use the servings control to scale every ingredient up or down.

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