Green Beans Almondine Recipe
This classic Green Beans Almondine recipe features tender green beans sautéed with toasted almonds, garlic, and a hint of lemon. It’s a simple, elegant side dish with a perfect balance of buttery richness and bright, fresh flavors, ideal for holiday dinners or weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Almonds
- ½ cup sliced almonds (or slivered almonds)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for toasting almonds)
Green Beans
- 1 pound green beans, rinsed and trimmed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- ⅓ cup water
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (or kosher salt)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh preferred
- 1 to 2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (remaining amount for sautéing garlic)
Instructions
- Toast almonds. Melt one tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium heat in a large skillet or saucepan. Add the sliced almonds and stir frequently, toasting them until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside to prevent burning.
- Prepare skillet for green beans. Wipe the skillet clean with a paper towel to remove any burnt residues. Add one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil to the skillet to provide a light base for cooking the green beans.
- Add green beans and seasonings. Place the rinsed and trimmed green beans into the skillet. Add ⅓ cup of water, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice. Toss everything together to coat the green beans evenly.
- Cook green beans with lid on. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the green beans cook over medium heat for 7 to 9 minutes. Occasionally stir to ensure even cooking. The green beans should turn bright green and become tender but still crisp.
- Remove lid and evaporate water. Take off the lid and continue to cook the green beans until the remaining water fully evaporates. This helps to slightly sauté and concentrate flavors.
- Add garlic and butter. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of unsalted butter along with the 1 to 2 teaspoons of minced garlic. Sauté the garlic with the green beans for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant but not browned.
- Combine toasted almonds and serve. Mix the toasted almonds back into the skillet with the green beans. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the Green Beans Almondine hot as a flavorful and elegant side dish.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice instead of bottled.
- Be careful not to burn the almonds while toasting; stir frequently and remove once golden.
- Green beans should be tender but retain a slight snap for the best texture.
- You can substitute slivered almonds with sliced or chopped almonds depending on preference.
- For a nut-free version, omit the almonds and increase garlic or add toasted breadcrumbs.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, poultry, or fish.
Keywords: Green Beans Almondine, sautéed green beans, toasted almonds, garlic green beans, easy vegetable side, French side dish
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