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Lemon Almond Green Beans

Lemon Almond Green Beans

Blanched green beans sauteed in garlic butter and finished with lemon, toasted almonds, and parmesan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 182 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Bowl of ice water

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh green beans trimmed
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • ¼ cup slivered almonds toasted
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions
 

Cooking

  • Blanch. Boil the beans for 2 minutes in salted water.
  • Chill. Move the beans to an ice bath and drain.
  • Saute. Cook the garlic in butter, add the beans and a splash of broth, and saute 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Finish. Add the oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  • Top. Top with the almonds and parmesan.

Notes

Substitutions: Use pine nuts or breadcrumbs in place of almonds.
Tips: Dry the beans after the ice bath.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Nutrition is calculated per serving.
Keyword Almonds, Green Beans, Lemon Almond Green Beans, Lemon Juice, Parmesan Cheese