Microwave Green Beans (Steamed Green Beans)
Learn how to steam green beans perfectly at all times in simple steps. Microwave green beans is simple and easy to whip up. It's a healthy and delicious side dish without the fuss.
Ingredients
- ½ pound green beans or haricot verts (this is the thin version of green beans)
- pinch of salt optional
- black pepper to serve
- 2 Tablespoons water
Instructions
- Wash and pat the green beans dry, then line them on a chopping board (work in batches) use a sharp chef knife to trim off the ends (the stalky part)
- Place the green beans in a microwavable safe bowl, season with salt, and add water to the bottom of the bowl (about 2 tablespoons)
- Cover the bowl with a cling film, using a sharp knife, poke the cling film about 3 to 4 times, this will allow the steam to escape from the bowl while cooking
- Place the green beans in the microwave and cook for 3 minutes on high and 2 minutes if using Haricot verts.
- Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave, check for doneness, and if it needs more time, return to the microwave and cook at 30-second intervals until tender-crisp. Do keep an eye as you can easily overcook it.
- Drain any excess water in a colander, sprinkle some freshly ground black pepper and parmesan cheese (if using) on the green beans. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
You can stir in about a tablespoon of butter whilst the green beans is still hot for an additional flavor.
I served mine with some grated parmesan cheese, however, it is not vegetarian. You can substitute with a vegan or vegetarian version.