Description
A simple and flavorful Potato and Green Bean Skillet recipe featuring tender baby potatoes and crisp green beans sautéed with red onion, garlic, and aromatic herbs for a deliciously healthy side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 8 oz green beans, trimmed
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Seasonings and Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes and Green Beans: Place the halved baby potatoes in a medium pot and cover them with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender. In the last 2 minutes of boiling, add the trimmed green beans to the same pot to cook together. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced red onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and slightly translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Potatoes and Green Beans: Add the cooked potatoes and green beans to the skillet with the onions and garlic. Sprinkle in the dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat everything evenly with the seasonings.
- Brown and Crisp: Continue to cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until the potatoes develop a golden and slightly crispy exterior.
- Finish and Garnish: Drizzle the skillet contents with lemon juice and toss well to combine all flavors. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cooked crumbled bacon or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before serving.
- This dish works well as a side for grilled meats or can be served as a vegetarian main with a poached egg on top.
- Use fresh thyme for a more vibrant herbal taste or dried thyme for convenience.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the onions.
