Almondine Green Beans

A delightful side dish featuring crisp-tender green beans complemented by buttery flavor and nutty sliced almonds.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Calories 120 kcal

1 pound fresh green beans (washed and trimmed) Bright green and crisp, these beans bring a fresh, vibrant addition to your plate.
¼ cup butter Rich and creamy, butter enhances the overall flavor, providing a luscious base for the dish.
¼ cup sliced almonds Lightly toasted, these almonds add a delightful crunch, giving texture and nuttiness to the dish.
2-3 cloves garlic (minced) Aromatic and savory, garlic elevates the taste, filling your kitchen with its beautiful fragrance.
½ lemon juice The juice brings a refreshing brightness that cuts through the richness, balancing the flavors perfectly.
Salt and pepper Essential seasonings that enhance every ingredient’s natural flavor.

Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the green beans and let them cook for 3-6 minutes, tasting one to ensure it's cooked to your liking.

Once cooked, drain the beans in a colander. Immediately plunge them into a bowl of cold ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat the beans dry to remove excess water.

In a large sauté pan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the sliced almonds and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned. Remove the almonds from the pan, leaving the buttery goodness behind.

In the same pan, add the minced garlic along with the cooled green beans. Sauté until the beans are heated through and the garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Add the toasted almonds back into the pan, giving everything a gentle stir to combine. Turn off the heat and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Transfer the Almondine Green Beans to a serving dish and enjoy them while they’re warm and fresh.

For a milder garlic flavor, add minced garlic towards the end of sautéing the beans. You can also substitute almonds with walnuts or pecans.

Keyword Almondine, Easy Recipe, green beans, Side Dish, Vegetable Dish