Green Beans with Almonds
Brighten up your table with this classic yet irresistible recipe for Green Beans with Almonds. Perfectly blanched green beans retain their vibrant color and tender-crisp texture, while a luscious mix of sautéed garlic, toasted sliced almonds, and a touch of butter adds rich, nutty depth. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice enhances the natural flavors with a burst of brightness. This quick and easy side dish transitions seamlessly from weeknight dinners to elegant holiday spreads, complementing mains like roasted chicken, salmon, or a hearty vegetarian main. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a nutritious, flavorful, and elegant way to elevate crisp green beans into a star dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 50 grams sliced almonds
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large, minced garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends off the green beans. Set them aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once boiling, add the green beans and blanch for about 3-4 minutes, or until just tender and bright green.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Leave them in the ice water for a few minutes, then drain and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced almonds and toast them in the skillet, stirring frequently, for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
Add the drained green beans to the skillet with the almonds and garlic. Toss to coat the beans in the buttery mixture.
Season the green beans with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with lemon juice. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the green beans are heated through and nicely coated with the almond mixture.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish, making sure to scoop up any almonds and garlic from the pan to include them in the dish.
Serve warm as a delightful side dish to accompany your main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.9 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 251 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.0 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 372 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.
