Green Beans Almondine – A Fresh, Flavorful & Healthy Side Dish!

Looking for a simple, delicious way to dress up your vegetables? These Green Beans Almondine are the perfect addition to almost any meal!

Tender-crisp green beans, lightly toasted almonds, a splash of fresh lemon juice, and a hint of garlic come together to create a side dish that's both nutritious and full of flavor.

This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners, holiday gatherings, or anyone looking to add more vegetables to their daily meals.

Best of all, it requires just a handful of ingredients and comes together in about 20 minutes!

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 5 minutes

• Cook Time: 10–15 minutes

• Total Time: Approximately 20 minutes

• Servings: 1

• Category: Side Dish

• Cooking Method: Stovetop & Oven

• Difficulty: Easy

Lean & Green Breakdown (Per Serving)

• 3 Greens

• 1½ Condiments

• 1 Healthy Fat

• 1 Optional Snack

These are the meal-plan counts provided with the original recipe. Verify them against your specific plan and ingredient brands.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups fresh green beans, washed and trimmed

• ¼ teaspoon garlic salt

• Dash of freshly ground black pepper, optional

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

• ½ ounce sliced almonds

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Green Beans

Wash the fresh green beans thoroughly and trim off the tough stem ends.

Place the green beans in a medium-sized skillet and add just enough water to cover them.

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2: Blanch the Green Beans

Allow the green beans to boil for approximately 3–4 minutes, until they become bright green and slightly tender.

Drain the green beans immediately.

Transfer them to a bowl filled with ice water to stop the cooking process.

Kitchen Tip: Blanching helps preserve the green beans' beautiful color and crisp texture, preventing them from becoming overly soft.

Step 3: Toast the Almonds

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).

Spread the sliced almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet.

Toast for approximately 5 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant.

Keep a close eye on them, as sliced almonds can burn quickly.

Remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 4: Season the Green Beans

Drain the green beans thoroughly from the ice bath.

Return them to the skillet over low heat.

Add the garlic salt, freshly ground black pepper, sesame oil, and lemon juice.

Gently toss until the green beans are evenly coated with the seasonings.

Step 5: Add the Toasted Almonds

Sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds over the seasoned green beans.

Gently stir everything together and cook for another 1–2 minutes, or until warmed through.

Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!

Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and serve immediately.

Enjoy the delicious combination of tender-crisp vegetables, crunchy almonds, and bright lemon flavor!