Green Beans with Garlic Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with this elegant recipe for *Green Beans with Garlic Almonds*. Featuring tender, vibrantly green beans tossed in a rich blend of toasted sliced almonds, golden garlic, and a hint of butter, this dish is bursting with flavor and texture. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, perfectly complementing the nutty, garlicky notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve it as a warm, wholesome side that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, steak, or even vegetarian mains. Packed with nutrients and simple to prepare, this is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing, garlic-infused green bean dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 50 grams sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set aside.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
Immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to avoid burning.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss them with the garlic almond mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Season with salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Toss to combine.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and enjoy warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
811 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.1 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1214 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.1 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1500 mg | 32% | |
*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.
