Green Beans Almondine Recipe
Green Beans Almondine consists of tender crisp sautéed beans topped with buttery almonds. This classic French side dish is easy, elegant, and mouthwateringly delicious.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 104kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces fresh green beans washed and trimmed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large saucepan with water and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with water and ice.
- Once the water in the saucepan is boiling, add the beans and allow to cook for 3 to 3 1/2 minutes. If they are the thin French-style beans, cook only 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the beans from the water with tongs and add directly to the ice bath to halt the cooking process.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the slivered almonds and sauté in the butter until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook another 30 seconds.
- Drain the green beans in a sieve and add to the pan. Toss to coat in the butter and sauté one minute to warm through.
- Add the lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
Storage Information: Store any leftovers in the fridge in a covered container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in a warm pan.
Nutrition
Serving: 3ounces | Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.4g | Protein: 3.1g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 2.9g