Green Beans with Honey and Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Green Beans with Honey and Almonds! Crisp-tender green beans are gently steamed to perfection, then coated in a luscious honey glaze infused with garlic and a hint of black pepper for balance. Toasted sliced almonds add a delightful crunch and nutty aroma, making this dish both elegant and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of cooking time, this quick and nutritious recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it warm alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread for a crowd-pleasing burst of flavor and texture.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 50 grams sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans. Set them aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced almonds to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the pan and set them aside for later.
In the same pan, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring continuously to avoid burning.
Add the green beans to the pan along with the cup of water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan with a lid and let the green beans steam for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Once the water has mostly evaporated, remove the lid and stir in the honey, salt, and black pepper. Toss the green beans to coat them evenly in the glaze.
Return the toasted almonds to the pan and mix gently to combine.
Remove from heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1221 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.2 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.0 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1492 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.
