Description
This Green Beans Almondine recipe features tender crisp green beans sautéed with toasted slivered almonds and fragrant garlic, finished with a touch of lemon juice and Parmesan cheese for a bright, savory side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 16-ounce (1 pound) bag green beans, ends trimmed
Oils and Fats
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
Nuts and Aromatics
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 3-5 garlic cloves, minced
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the avocado oil, allowing it to warm up properly before adding other ingredients.
- Toast the almonds: Add the slivered almonds to the hot oil and toast, stirring occasionally, for about 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown and fragrant to enhance their nutty flavor.
- Sauté the garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the toasted almonds and cook for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
- Add green beans: Toss the trimmed green beans into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the garlic and almonds, ensuring even coating with oil and flavors.
- Cook green beans: Continue to cook the green beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp, aiming for a bright green color and slight bite.
- Season: Add salt to taste, adjusting to personal preference to bring out the flavors without overpowering the dish.
- Finish and serve: Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the green beans and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to provide a fresh, tangy, and savory finish before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh green beans trimmed at both ends for best texture.
- Avocado oil is recommended for its high smoke point and neutral flavor, but you can substitute with olive oil if preferred.
- Be careful not to overcook the green beans to retain a crisp texture and vibrant color.
- The addition of lemon juice and Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a delicious brightness and depth of flavor.
- Slivered almonds can be substituted with sliced almonds or chopped nuts for variation.
- This recipe makes a great side dish for poultry, fish, or vegetarian meals.
