Green Beans with Slivered Almonds

White casserole dish of Green Bean Almondine.

These Green Beans with Slivered Almonds are a classic French recipe that combines green beans with almonds to create a classic, elegant and delicious side dish. This easy-to-make recipe, with it’s nutty, buttery flavor, is a holiday staple. If you love green beans, this is certainly the perfect recipe for you.

A bowl of green bean with slivered almonds.

Green Beans and Almonds: The Perfect Holiday Choice

Classic String Beans Almondine is a dish that stands out at the table, and always brings a level of sophistication to any gathering. Beans don’t take long to cook, and are a welcome addition at any table.

Your guests are guaranteed to love this recipe whenever it makes an appearance at holiday spreads and family get-togethers. The almonds make these garlic green beans have a delicious crunch. For best results, use slivered instead of whole almonds.

Green beans always bring a bright green color to the table and are full of nutrients, such as vitamin K and B, along with many other benefits.

Why This Green Beans with Slivered Almonds Recipe is a Keeper

It is the goal of every cook to present their guests tasty, impressive dishes, without spending too much time or effort. This easy recipe for green beans is both simple and satisfying and a great way to make green beans.

Easy Ingredients: Everything you need to make this easy and tasty Green Bean Almondine can be found in your pantry or fridge, or easily purchased at any grocery store, like lemon juice, olive oil, almonds.
10 Minute Dish: Side dishes should not take too long to make. This recipe takes only 10 minutes to prepare, and is the perfect vegetable side dish for any special occasion or holiday meal.
Family Friendly: Buttery, nutty, crunchy and tasty, Green Bean Almondine is a true family favorite.

If you’re looking for more recipes like Green Bean Almondine, try these Parmesan Garlicky Green Beans, Sweet and Spicy Skillet Green Beans, Green Bean Casserole and Bacon Glazed Green Beans.

What Can You Put on Green Beans to Make Them Taste Better?

Green beans have a great natural flavor but it’s also very easy to elevate their natural deliciousness. As always, start by properly seasoning the beans. We prefer to use our All Purpose Seasoning Blend.

You can also add other herbs and flavorings such as garlic, thyme, lemon or vinegar. And, if you like a little heat, a bit of crushed red pepper adds a nice punch.

Ingredient Notes To Make Green Beans with Almonds Side Dish

A few simple ingredients can help elevate the rich flavor of this green bean recipe:

Green Beans: Use four cups of regular green beans, with the ends cut off.
Butter: Melt three tablespoons of butter in a large skillet.
Olive Oil: Make sure to use a nice, neutral olive oil, not extra virgin.
Slivered Almonds: Slivered almonds are perfect to give the nutty flavor and crunch. Toasted almonds are recommended to add a richer flavor and texture. You can also use sliced almonds.
Lemon Juice: Don’t skip this step! Add the lemon juice for a hit of acid that adds brightness to the whole dish of Green Beans with Slivered Almonds.

See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.

Variations and Substitutions for Garlicky Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

Green Beans with Slivered Almonds is a quick and easy side dish. To modify this easy and delicious recipe, here are some options:

Avocado Oil may be substituted for butter in order to create a vegan variation on this recipe.
Brown Butter enhances the nutty flavor of this dish, complimenting the slivered almonds.
For some extra flavor, add in the green beans to shallots and garlic, or fresh thyme. Garlic and almonds taste great together, especially in this dish.

How to Make this Green Bean Almondine Recipe

These are the basic steps for making the best recipe for Green Bean with almonds recipe. Please refer to the recipe card for more detailed instructions and nutritional facts, and proceed with the recipe below to make this dish.

STEP 1: Prepare Fresh Green Beans

First, prepare green beans by cutting off the ends and rinsing them. For blanching the beans, you’ll heat a large pot of heavily salted pot of water to boiling.

STEP 2: Boil the Beans

Bring a large pot of water to boil, add the green beans and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the green beans are tender or otherwise cooked to your tastes. Then drain and rinse.

STEP 3: Melt Butter and Sauté Almonds

While you cook green beans, add the butter and olive oil together in a skillet or pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced almonds to the sautéed green beans and toast for 2-4 minutes, turning occasionally. You can toast until just lightly beige or until golden brown.

STEP 4: Combine and Serve

Add the beans to the butter, oil and almond mixture. Toss the beans and cook evenly, stirring until fully coated. Finally, remove skillet from heat and add a squeeze of lemon juice.

Recipe FAQs to Love this Recipe for Green Beans with Garlic and Almonds

This is already a great KETO low carb recipe made with simple ingredients. However, you can omit the butter, or substitute the olive oil for avocado oil.

Of course. However, fresh green beans are best for this dish, as they give a tender snap that canned and frozen beans lack.

Yes; you can make as little or as much as you need by modifying the recipe card below.

Ideally, you want the beans to have a uniform size. Typically, skinny haricots verts (a French green bean variety) make the perfect Thanksgiving green beans for this recipe. You can find them at most grocery stores, or use garden fresh beans.

Expert Tips for Making This Side Dish for Green Beans with Slivered Almonds Recipe

Add Crispy Bacon: Top the finished dish with crispy bacon or pancetta.
Zest: Grated lemon zest, along with the lemon juice, adds real fresh flavor. Use fresh lemon to add a tangy, refreshing kick to this dish.
Shallots: Toasted shallots contribute depth to this green bean dish. Toss beans with minced garlic and pepper for additional flavor, or add garlic cloves after roasting them to perfection.
Alternate cooking method tip: Try sautéing and cooking your Green Bean Almondine in an Instant Pot.

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