Green Beans Almondine
Discover the vibrant flavors of green beans almondine — a delightful side dish that elevates any meal. Fresh, crisp green beans are sautéed with buttery garlic and topped with toasted almonds and a splash of lemon juice, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Whether for a holiday feast or a weeknight dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes until bright green; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds for 3-5 minutes until golden brown; remove from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with toasted almonds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg