Green Beans with Garlic Butter and Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with these Green Beans with Garlic Butter and Almonds, a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Fresh, tender-crisp green beans are blanched to preserve their vibrant color, then sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce for irresistible savory goodness. Toasted sliced almonds add a delightful crunch and a subtle nuttiness that beautifully complements the beans. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is quick, simple, and ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve this elegant dish alongside roasted meats or holiday favorites for a crowd-pleasing accompaniment that's both wholesome and indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.3333333333333333 cup sliced almonds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 1 bowl ice cubes
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
Add the green beans to the boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Prepare a large bowl filled with ice water. Drain the green beans and immediately plunge them into the ice water to stop the cooking process. Let them sit for 2 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.
Wipe out the skillet if necessary and melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet with the garlic butter. Toss to coat the beans evenly, then season with salt and black pepper.
Cook the green beans for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Garlic Butter Green Beans with Almonds!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.6 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1357 mg | 29% | |
*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.
