For the gremolata: Mix the garlic, with zest of lemon and juice from half, finely chopped parsley, and olive oil, add salt and pepper to taste.

Heat a large sauté pan, lightly coated with evoo, over medium-high heat. Add green beans and sauté until beans begin to cook through, about 3 to 5 minutes. Turn off heat and add gremolata.

Transfer beans to platter and garnish with additional gremolata.