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Crispy Green Bean Almondine Recipe Easy Homemade with Toasted Almonds

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A quick and easy side dish featuring tender-crisp green beans tossed with toasted almonds, garlic, butter, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for a crunchy, buttery, and flavorful experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 1/2 cup sliced or slivered almonds (about 50g)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (can substitute with olive oil for a lighter or vegan version)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Trim and wash the green beans by snapping off the stem ends. Rinse under cold water and drain well (about 5 minutes).
  2. Toast the almonds in a dry medium skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until aromatic but not browned.
  4. Add the green beans to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and vibrant green.
  5. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste.
  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the beans and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Add the toasted almonds back into the skillet and stir gently to combine.
  8. Serve immediately, transferring to a warm serving dish.

Notes

Toast almonds separately in a dry pan to avoid burning and to maintain flavor control. Avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking green beans to keep them crisp. Use unsalted butter to control salt levels. Adding fresh lemon juice at the end brightens and balances the dish. For vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil or plant-based butter. Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet to keep almonds crunchy.

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