Green Beans with Almond Slivers
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Green Beans with Almond Slivers, a perfect blend of freshness, crunch, and aromatic goodness. Crisp-tender green beans are blanched to a vibrant hue, then sautéed in a luscious garlic-infused olive oil and butter mixture, creating a wonderfully rich base. The dish is topped off with golden, toasty almond slivers, adding an irresistible nutty crunch that takes this simple recipe to the next level. With just 15 minutes of cooking time and a handful of pantry staples, this elegant yet easy-to-make dish is an excellent addition to any weeknight dinner or holiday spread. Serve it warm for a side that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Keywords: green beans, almond slivers, garlic butter, crunchy side dish, quick and easy recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 60 grams almond slivers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Start by washing the green beans thoroughly under cold water. Trim the ends of the beans and set them aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the almond slivers and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove the toasted almonds from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them to coat evenly in the garlic oil mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through.
Season the green beans with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss in the toasted almond slivers and mix well.
Transfer the green beans with almond slivers to a serving dish. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
209 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.2 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*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.
