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Green Beans Almondine

Green Beans Almondine pairs crisp-tender green beans with golden almonds toasted in butter. A squeeze of lemon and black pepper brighten this quick stovetop side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: French
Calories: 177
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 qt water
  • 2 tsp kosher salt divided
  • 1 lb green beans fresh, trimmed
  • 3 tbsp butter unsalted, divided
  • 0.33 cup almonds sliced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 5-quart pot
  • 1 12-inch skillet

Method
 

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a 5-quart pot and stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons of the salt.
  2. Add the green beans and boil for 4 to 5 minutes, until crisp-tender; drain and rinse under cold water, then drain well.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, add the almonds, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until golden; transfer the almonds to a plate.
  4. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet, add the green beans, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing to coat and heat through.
  5. Stir in the almonds, lemon juice, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, then serve.

Notes

For the brightest color and best crisp-tender texture, rinse the beans under cold water as directed and drain them well before sautéing. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 4 days; freezing is not recommended because the beans can lose their texture. For a dairy-free version, use dairy-free butter.