Fried Green Beans with Slivered Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with these Fried Green Beans with Slivered Almonds, a crisp and flavorful recipe that's both simple and elegant. Fresh green beans are cooked to tender-crisp perfection in a blend of olive oil and butter, then tossed with fragrant minced garlic and a splash of zesty lemon juice for a bright, fresh finish. The addition of golden, toasted slivered almonds adds a delightful crunch, making this dish as texturally satisfying as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing accompaniment to your favorite main courses. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this green bean recipe will become a new staple for family dinners and festive gatherings alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 60 grams slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the green beans and trim off the ends.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter over medium heat.
Add the slivered almonds to the skillet and toast them, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove the almonds and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the green beans. Cook the beans over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the green beans and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to prevent the garlic from burning.
Season the green beans with salt and pepper, and drizzle in the lemon juice. Stir to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
827 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.5 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1420 mg | 30% | |
*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.
