Description
Experience the perfect blend of crisp-tender green beans and crunchy toasted almonds, enhanced with a hint of lemon. This vibrant dish elevates any meal with its delightful flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Fresh Green Beans, trimmed
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Wash the fresh green beans under cool water and trim both ends.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for about 3 minutes until bright green but crisp.
- Immediately transfer the blanched beans to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking and preserve their color.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced almonds and toast for about 3-5 minutes until golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- Drain the green beans and add them to the skillet with the toasted almonds. Pour in the remaining tablespoon of melted butter, squeeze lemon juice over everything, and season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a serving platter or individual plates, garnishing with additional lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating minced garlic when sautéing the almonds. Substitute sliced almonds with chopped pecans or walnuts for a different nutty flavor. Adjust lemon juice according to taste for more brightness.