Algerian Green Beans with Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with Algerian Green Beans with Almonds, a vibrant and flavor-packed recipe showcasing tender green beans infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika. This dish is brought to life with a touch of zesty harissa paste, a drizzle of fresh lemon juice, and the satisfying crunch of golden-toasted almonds, all tied together with a fragrant sauté of onion and garlic in rich olive oil. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and vegetarian recipe is perfect for pairing with grilled meats or hearty mains, or even enjoying as a standalone dish. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a simple yet exotic way to bring a taste of North Africa to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 50 grams blanched almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon harissa paste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 100 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, cutting off the tips on both ends.
Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, toast the blanched almonds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Finely chop the onion and garlic, then sauté them in the oil until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and harissa paste, cooking for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.
Add the blanched green beans and water to the skillet, stirring to coat the beans evenly in the spiced mixture. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, until the beans are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and stir in the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, then turn off the heat.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a vibrant side dish to complement your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2443 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1656 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
