Green Beans Almondine
This easy Green Beans Almondine recipe with simple ingredients of fresh green beans and toasted almonds is a popular side dish for the holidays.
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Also try my copycat Paula Deen’s Southern green bean casserole, Campbells green bean casserole, green bean casserole with sour cream, and my easy crack green beans.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in just 12 minutes: This quick and easy side dish uses simple ingredients and comes together fast.
- Delicious texture and flavor: Tender-crisp green beans, crunchy toasted almonds and garlic are finished with fresh lemon juice for a bright, savory flavor.
- Perfect for holidays or everyday dinners: Elegant enough for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but easy enough to serve with a simple weeknight meal. You can also make it ahead and reheat it before serving.
Ingredients
- 6 ounce (1 pound) bag green beans, ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 3–5 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Optional garnish:
- Lemon juice
- Parmesan cheese
Frozen green beans can be used in a pinch to make green beans almondine but fresh ones are more crisp and flavorful. Boil the frozen green beans until heated through and follow the recipe steps.
Step By Step Instructions
STEP ONE – Bring water to boil in a large pot or saucepan and blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes. Strain out the water and set the green beans aside.
STEP TWO – Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, pour in the oil. Add the slivered almonds and cook, while stirring, for about 30 seconds. They cook really fast so keep an eye on them.
STEP THREE – Add the minced garlic, and continue to cook and stir for 1 minute, or until the almonds are toasted and the garlic is fragrant.
STEP FOUR – Reduce the heat to a low-medium, add the green beans into the skillet and saute together for an additional 1-2 minutes, depending on how tender you like the green beans.
STEP FIVE – Season with salt, some fresh squeezed lemon juice, and some parmesan cheese if desired. Serve with your favorite entree. Enjoy!
Handy tip: Make Ahead!
I like to make these green beans ahead of time and reheat them the same day for the best results. Give the green beans an ice bath after blanching to stop overcooking. If making ahead do not cook the garlic or almonds too long. Stir everything together and allow to cool before storing in an airtight container. When ready to serve follow the reheating instructions.
Storage and reheating instructions
Once cooled store using an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a pan or skillet over a medium-low heat on the stove and sauté the green beans until heated through.
Green Beans Almondine
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
This easy Green Beans Almondine recipe with simple ingredients of fresh green beans and toasted almonds is a popular side dish for the holidays. The tender crisp green beans and the crunchy slivered almonds create a delightful contrast in texture together.
Ingredients
- 16 ounce (1 pound) bag green beans, ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 3–5 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Optional garnish:
- Lemon juice
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Bring water to boil in a large pot or saucepan and blanch the green beans for 2-3 minutes. Strain out the water and set the green beans aside.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, pour in the oil. Add the slivered almonds and cook, while stirring, for about 30 seconds. They cook really fast so keep an eye on them.
- Add the minced garlic, and continue to cook and stir for 1 minute, or until the almonds are toasted and the garlic is fragrant.
- Reduce the heat to a low-medium, add the green beans into the skillet and saute together for an additional 1-2 minutes, depending on how tender you like the green beans.
- Season with salt, some fresh squeezed lemon juice, and some parmesan cheese if desired. Serve with your favorite entree. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage and reheating instructions:
Once cooled store using an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a pan or skillet over a medium-low heat on the stove and sauté the green beans until heated through.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
