Green Beans with Almonds

Name: Green Beans with Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 400 gams of Green Beans; 80 gams of Almonds; 1 Shallots; to taste of Butter; to taste of Extra Virgin Olive Oil; to taste of Table Salt; to taste of Black Pepper

Green Beans with Almonds is a delicious summer side dish that perfectly accompanies meat main courses, such as grilled meats, or even fish dishes, like pan-seared salmon fillets.

Difficulty Easy
Preparation 15 minutes
Cooking 30 minutes
Servings for Serves 4

Green Beans with Almonds is a delicious side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for accompanying meat or fish main courses during the summer months.

The Green Beans with Almonds Recipe will help you create an exquisite side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats thanks to its unique taste. Made with Green Beans, Shallots (you can substitute with mild onions if shallots aren’t available), and Sliced Almonds, this dish will win you over not only for its ease of preparation but especially for its flavor.

An Easy and Quick Green Bean Recipe, ready in just over 30 minutes, can be enriched to taste with some crushed hazelnuts, and if you’re a spicy food lover, you can add finely chopped fresh chili pepper to the sautéed mixture. The addition of this tasty ingredient will make this special Green Bean and Almond Salad even more exceptional.

Ingredients for Serves 4

400 gams of Green Beans
80 gams of Almonds sliced
1 Shallots
to taste of Butter
to taste of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
to taste of Table Salt
to taste of Black Pepper

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To prepare Green Beans with Almonds, start by trimming the green beans. Once cleaned, cook them for a few minutes in plenty of salted boiling water. They should become tender but still maintain a slight crunch.
Drain the beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl with very cold water and some ice cubes. This ice bath will help maintain their bright green color.
In a pan, melt some butter with a drizzle of olive oil. Add finely chopped shallot and when it’s slightly golden, add the sliced almonds and lightly toast them. The almonds should only get lightly colored, not too dark as they would become bitter.
Now add the green beans, season with salt and pepper, and cook for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to blend well. Your Green Beans with Almonds are now ready to be served. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!

Variations and Alternatives

Feel free to enhance the almond topping with sesame seeds, crushed hazelnuts, and some grated lemon zest. For those who enjoy spicy food, you can add finely chopped fresh chili pepper during the shallot sautéing process.

Tips

Plunging the green beans in cold water is a crucial step to maintain their fresh, vibrant color in the final dish.

Storage

Green Beans with Almonds can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days without any issue. You can reheat them either in a pan or in the microwave when needed.