Lemon Almond Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful Lemon Almond Green Beans! This quick and easy side dish features tender-crisp green beans tossed with zesty lemon zest and juice, nutty toasted slivered almonds, and a hint of garlic for depth. A touch of olive oil brings everything together, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper enhances each bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy, gluten-free recipe is perfect for weeknight meals, holiday dinners, or any occasion that calls for a fresh, citrusy twist. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or as a standalone vegetarian delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 0.5 cup slivered almonds
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife. Set aside.
Zest the lemon and then cut it in half to juice it. You will need both the zest and the juice for this recipe.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the slivered almonds to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set them aside.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the same skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet along with the 0.25 cup of water. Cover the skillet and steam the green beans for 5 minutes, or until they are tender but still crisp.
Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Add the salt, black pepper, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the green beans. Toss everything together to evenly coat the beans.
Stir in the toasted almonds, reserving a few for garnishing if desired.
Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle the reserved almonds on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1212 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1569 mg | 33% | |
*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.
