Green Beans Almondine
A classic French side dish featuring tender green beans tossed with buttery toasted almonds, lemon zest, and a hint of garlic. Perfect for elevating any meal, from weeknight dinners to holiday feasts!
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans (trimmed)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown.Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.Toss the cooked green beans in the skillet with the almond-butter mixture.Add lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with additional toasted almonds if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute olive oil for butter.
- Blanch the green beans in advance and reheat them in the skillet for quicker prep.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.