Green Beans Almonds Lemon (Printable)
Crisp green beans combined with toasted almonds and fresh lemon for a bright, flavorful side dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
→ Nuts
02 - 1/3 cup sliced almonds
→ Pantry & Condiments
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil or unsalted butter
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Finishing
07 - Zest of 1 lemon
08 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain and immediately plunge into a bowl of ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced almonds. Toast, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add olive oil (or butter) and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
04 - Add the drained green beans to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing frequently, for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
05 - Remove from heat. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and toasted almonds. Toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The perfect balance of crunchy, tender, bright, and nutty in every single bite
- Ready in 20 minutes but looks and tastes like something from a restaurant
- Works with everything from weeknight chicken to holiday roasts
02 -
- The ice bath step is annoying but completely nonnegotiable for keeping that gorgeous green color and perfect texture
- Don't skip the lemon zest. The juice alone cant give you that aromatic brightness that makes the dish sing
03 -
- Trim the beans the night before and store them wrapped in damp paper towels inside a plastic bag in the fridge
- Use haricots verts for a more elegant, delicate presentation that looks like it came from a restaurant kitchen