Green Beans Almondine
Recipes Healthy Cooking Holidays Quick and Easy Side-dish Vegetarian
Description
The is the perfect, delicious side dish for special occasions. It's elegant but simple to make. The toasted almonds provide a crunchy, nutty contrast to the tender green beans.
Ingredients
12 oz. green beans, preferably haricot verts, ends trimmed
2 T. sliced almonds, toasted
1 T. extra-virgin olive oil
1 shallot, thinly sliced
1/2 t. sea salt, plus more for seasoning
1 garlic clove, grated
1/2 T. fresh lemon juice
freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Place a large bowl of ice water nearby.
Drop the green beans into the boiling water; blanch for 2 minutes. Drain; immediately immerse in the ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain; transfer to a towel to dry.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat; add the almonds to the dry skillet; toast until golden brown, 2 - 3 minutes. Remove the almonds from the skillet; set aside.
Add the oil to the skillet, turning down the heat down if necessary. Add the sliced shallot and salt; sauté for 2 minutes. Add the green beans; sauté, 2 - 4 more minutes, until the green beans are warmed through and tender. Remove the skillet from the heat; add the garlic and lemon juice; toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Transfer to a pretty serving dish.
Serve, garnished with toasted almonds.
4 servings.