Description
Green bean almondine with lemon zest is a vibrant, flavorful side dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary delight. Tender green beans are sautéed to perfection with crunchy almonds and zesty lemon, creating a dish that not only pleases the palate but also adds a pop of color to your table. Ideal for gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is both easy and impressive, sure to earn you compliments from family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and trimming the green beans.
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil; blanch green beans for 3 minutes until bright green and crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add almonds and sauté until golden brown.
- Stir in minced garlic and lemon zest; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Gently add blanched green beans to the skillet; toss to combine with the almond mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg