Description
Elevate your dining experience with this elegant green bean almondine, featuring tender green beans and crunchy toasted almonds—perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1/2 cup sliced raw almonds
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the green beans under cold water and trim the ends off each bean for a neat presentation.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, add the sliced almonds. Stir frequently until golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In another skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet with garlic butter. Sauté for about five minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Gently toss in the toasted almonds along with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring everything is well-coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle additional toasted almonds on top for an impressive finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice just before serving. Feel free to substitute sliced almonds with walnuts or pecans for a different nutty twist.