Microwave Green Beans Almondine
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and effortless Microwave Green Beans Almondine, a classic side dish with a modern twist. Ready in just 12 minutes, this recipe combines crisp-tender green beans, buttery golden almonds, and a hint of fresh garlic for a flavor-packed experience. A zesty drizzle of lemon juice enhances the freshness, while a quick microwave technique keeps things simple yet delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights, holiday feasts, or whenever you need a crowd-pleasing vegetable dish, this recipe offers gourmet flair with minimal effort. Plus, it’s all prepared using a microwave, making cleanup a breeze!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 60 grams sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.
Place the green beans and water in a microwave-safe dish with a lid. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes, or until the green beans are tender but still crisp. Carefully remove the lid to release steam and drain any excess water.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and microwave on high for 30 seconds, or until melted.
Stir the sliced almonds into the melted butter. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the almonds are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Add the minced garlic to the almond and butter mixture. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds to soften the garlic.
Drizzle the almond-garlic mixture over the cooked green beans.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss the green beans gently to coat evenly.
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 361 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1445 mg | 31% | |
*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.
