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How To Steam Green Beans In Microwave

Steam Green Beans In Microwave. Let me introduce you to the most delicious and fastest way to cook fresh green beans using the microwave and a steamer basket.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Microwave
Servings: 2
Calories: 146kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place one tablespoon of water in the bottom of your steamer basket.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?
  • Using a vegetable knife trim the ends of your green beans if not trimmed already. Then add to the steamer basket. Add your seasonings and mix with your hands for an even coating.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?
  • Add a few chunks of butter over the green beans.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?
  • Place the lid on the steamer and then place in the microwave.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?
  • Microwave for 3 minutes. Stir, and microwave for a further 2 minutes.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?
  • Remove the lid, stir again, and add grated parmesan cheese over the beans. Microwave for 2 further minutes before serving.
    How To Cook Green Beans In Microwave?

Notes

Optional – I love my green beans with butter and melted cheese, but it is totally optional.
Thanks for reading how to steam green beans in microwave on Recipe This. We have many more microwave recipes for you to check out next. Though if you would like more delicious ideas to serve with your steamed green beans, do check out our air fryer breaded pork chops.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 237mg | Potassium: 365mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1287IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 2mg
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