Green Bean Almondine with Lemon
Green Bean Almondine with Lemon is a classic French side dish that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The key to this dish is getting the green beans crisp-tender, so be sure to blanch them for only 2-3 minutes. The almonds add a nice nutty crunch, and the lemon zest and juice brighten up the dish. This recipe is a great way to use up fresh green beans, and it's also a healthy and delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses.
Green Bean Almondine with Lemon is a classic French side dish that has been around for centuries. The dish is thought to have originated in the 19th century, and it quickly became a favorite among the French aristocracy. Green Bean Almondine is typically made with fresh green beans, sliced almonds, butter, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. The dish is simple to make, but it is also very flavorful. The green beans are blanched until crisp-tender, and then they are tossed in a pan with the almonds, butter, garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice. The dish is cooked until the almonds are golden brown and the green beans are heated through. Green Bean Almondine with Lemon is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is a great way to use up fresh green beans, and it is also a healthy and nutritious dish.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb fresh green beans, ends trimmed
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, toast the sliced almonds over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, melt the ghee over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic-infused ghee.
  6. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the green beans are heated through and well coated with the lemony ghee mixture.
  8. Transfer the green beans to a serving dish and sprinkle with the toasted almonds.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • Blanching the green beans keeps them crisp-tender.
  • Toasting the almonds brings out their nutty flavor.
  • The lemon zest and juice brighten up the dish.
  • The ghee adds a rich flavor to the dish.