Description
This Green Beans Almondine is a simple yet elegant side dish, featuring fresh green beans sautéed in avocado oil with slivered almonds and garlic. The addition of lemon juice and Parmesan cheese makes it a perfect complement to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the avocado oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the slivered almonds to the skillet. Toast them for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the green beans to the skillet, tossing to combine with the garlic and almonds.
- Cook the green beans for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender but still crisp.
- Season with salt to taste.
- (Optional) Squeeze a little lemon juice over the green beans and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.
Notes
- If you prefer your green beans softer, cook them a bit longer.
- You can also add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American