Green Beans Almondine
A classic French-inspired side dish featuring crisp-tender green beans tossed with toasted almonds and a buttery garlic-lemon sauce. Elegant yet simple, it pairs perfectly with poultry, beef, or seafood.
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Equipment
- Large pot
- Colander
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Spatula or tongs
- Ice bath bowl (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/4 tsp black pepper or to taste
- Optional: lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Blanch Green Beans: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add green beans and cook for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.
- Toast Almonds: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add sliced almonds and toast for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove almonds and set aside.
- Cook Green Beans: In the same skillet, melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add green beans and toss to coat. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in toasted almonds and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately.
Servings: 4 servings