Description
A vibrant and elegant side dish featuring fresh green beans sautéed with toasted almonds, garlic, and lemon zest, capturing the essence of family and tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb French green beans (haricots verts)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the green beans by trimming the ends and rinsing them under cold water.
- Toast the sliced almonds in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sauté the green beans in the same skillet with melted butter and minced garlic for about 5-7 minutes.
- Finish the dish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the beans, adding the toasted almonds, and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately while warm, alongside your favorite entrée.
Notes
For a nut-free option, substitute almonds with sunflower seeds. Ensure to pick the freshest green beans for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: green beans, almondine, French recipes, side dish, vegetarian