Place a steamer basket in a pot. Fill with water to just below the steamer. Bring to a boil.

Chop the green beans into 1-2” pieces. Place in the steamer and steam for 8 minutes.

Option 1: Serve hot with butter

Option 2: Allow green beans to cool and toss with a vinaigrette of your choice such as Italian dressing or lemon balm vinaigrette.