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A vibrant oval dish of Green Beans Almondine, garnished with toasted almonds, caramelized onions, and fresh lemon wedges.
Layla

Classic Green Beans Almondine with Lemon and Garlic

A timeless classic, this Green Beans Almondine features crisp-tender green beans, toasted almonds, and a bright lemon-garlic butter sauce. The perfect elegant side dish for Thanksgiving or any special meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1 tbsp Kosher salt for blanching water, plus more to taste
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 0.5 cup Slivered almonds
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice from about half a lemon
  • 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Large skillet
  • Large Bowl
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Blanch the Green Beans
    Toast Almonds & Make Sauce
      Assemble and Serve

        Notes

        Make-Ahead Tip: You can blanch the green beans a day ahead. After shocking and draining, pat them completely dry and store them in an airtight container or zip-top bag in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, proceed with toasting the almonds and finishing the dish. Don't Skip the Ice Bath: Shocking the green beans in ice water is a crucial step to maintain their vibrant green color and crisp texture. Butter Quality: Using a good quality butter will enhance the flavor of the simple sauce.