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Green Beans with Almonds

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Tender-crisp green beans are sautéed with garlic and shallots, brightened with lemon juice, and finished with golden toasted almonds for a vibrant and elegant side dish.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéed
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more for blanching water)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • ½ lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallot and garlic, sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant and softened.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, transfer blanched green beans into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and sauté for another 3–4 minutes until beans are fork-tender but still crisp.
  4. Transfer beans to a serving dish and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
  5. In the same skillet over medium heat, toast sliced almonds for 5–6 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring often.
  6. Sprinkle toasted almonds over the green beans and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Blanching helps preserve color and texture—don’t skip it.
  • Use slivered or chopped almonds if preferred.
  • Lemon juice adds brightness—optional but recommended.
  • To prepare ahead, blanch beans and toast almonds in advance.
  • Use medium heat when toasting nuts to avoid burning.

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