Description
Classic Green Beans Almondine is the kind of side dish that instantly makes dinner feel more polished without adding extra work. Crisp-tender green beans, buttery toasted almonds, garlic, shallot, and a splash of lemon come together in a fresh and elegant way that works for a quick breakfast prep, easy dinner side, holiday table, healthy snack planning, and all kinds of food ideas when you want a simple vegetable dish that still feels special. This easy recipe is bright, savory, and perfect for dinner ideas, holiday menus, and everyday meals.
Ingredients
1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small shallot, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and prepare a bowl of ice water.
2. Add the green beans and blanch for 3 to 4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
3. Transfer the green beans to the ice water, then drain and pat dry.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and toast the sliced almonds for 2 to 3 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, melt the butter and cook the shallot for 1 minute.
6. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. Add the green beans, salt, and black pepper, then toss for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
8. Stir in the toasted almonds and lemon juice.
9. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Do not overcook the green beans during blanching, or they can turn soft and lose that classic crisp-tender bite that makes this dish so good.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 248mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg