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Crispy Classic Green Beans Almondine

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A quick and easy side dish featuring crisp-tender green beans sautéed with toasted almonds, garlic, butter, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for a perfect balance of buttery and nutty flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds (about 35 g), raw or pre-sliced
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (45 g)
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Trim and rinse the green beans. Snap or cut off the stem ends of about 1 pound of fresh green beans. Rinse under cold water and pat dry thoroughly.
  2. Toast the almonds: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1/3 cup sliced almonds. Stir frequently for about 3–4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove almonds from the pan and set aside.
  3. Melt the butter and sauté garlic: Lower heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons unsalted butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add the green beans: Increase heat to medium-high and add the green beans to the pan. Toss to coat in butter and garlic. Sauté for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Season and finish: Return toasted almonds to the pan and toss together. Add salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Squeeze 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice over the beans and toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately: Plate the green beans almondine right away for best texture and flavor. Optionally, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Dry green beans thoroughly after rinsing to maintain crispness. Toast almonds separately in a dry pan to develop nutty flavor without sogginess. Melt butter over medium-low heat to avoid burning. Keep beans moving in the pan to cook evenly without bruising. Add lemon juice and seasoning last to preserve freshness. For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter. Frozen green beans can be used if thawed and dried well.

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