Green Beans Almondine combines French-style fresh green beans, toasted almonds, fresh minced garlic, and fresh lemon juice into a fantastic side dish for many entrees. This gorgeous side dish comes together quickly and easily, making it a favorite for holidays and dinner parties.
Learn how to make classic green beans almondine with the added crunch and flavor of almonds. To make preparation easier for a dinner party, blanch the green beans in advance and toast the almonds. If you like this quick and easy side recipe, try honey-roasted carrots, sauteed spinach, green beans and potatoes, and roasted turnips.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients on the recipe card below.
- Fresh Green Beans: I like French-style green beans because they are longer, more slender, and more tender than regular green beans. But regular green beans can be substituted in a pinch.
- Butter: Unsalted or salted.
- Almonds: Use sliced or slivered. For the best flavor, toast until fragrant.
- Seasonings: Fresh garlic, lemon juice, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
How to Make Green Beans Almondine
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- Blanch the green beans and plunge them into an ice bath.
- In a medium skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Toss in the almonds and cook until lightly browned.
- In the same skillet, heat more olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the green beans and cook. Reduce the heat to low, add the garlic, and cook for a minute. Add lemon juice and cook another minute.
- Add the almonds back to the skillet and toss to combine.
Preparation Tips
- For optimal flavor, use fresh green beans. I like haricot verts or French-style green beans. They are slightly longer and skinnier than regular green beans, harvested earlier, and more tender.
- Don’t skip the ice bath. It is essential to stop the cooking process.
- Season with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemon zest, or seasoned salt.
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Green Beans Almondine Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb french green beans
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup sliced almonds or slivered almonds
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and plunge into a large bowl of ice water. When cooled, drain well and dry with paper towels.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter and heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. When hot, add the sliced or slivered almonds and cook until fragrant and lightly browned, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and plate.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter and heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium-low heat. Add the green beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, tossing frequently. Reduce the heat to low. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the lemon juice and cook for 1 minute. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Add the almonds back to the pan and stir to combine, or spoon the green bean mixture into a serving dish and top with almonds.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
- Freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave at reduced power.
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Krystle S
This is definitely a bonus for busy dinner parties or holiday meals. The fresh green beans retained a perfect crisp-tender texture, complemented beautifully by the crunch of toasted almonds.
nancy
those roasted almond slices made such a difference. It was really aromatic. And the beans so tasty
Khush
It makes the perfect side dish. It’s easy and delicious and works with so many entrees. I think I am going to put it on the Thanksgiving menu!
Jupiter
I have honestly never thought about combining green beans and nuts! What an interesting and different side dish.
Tammy
Such a simple and yummy side dish for the season and upcoming holidays! Love the almonds on top…perfect bit of crunch and flavor added!
Samantha
I love serving green beans cooked this way. They go with so many main entrees like fish, chicken, and beef. They are easy yet elegant enough for a holiday meal or dinner party.
Beth Pierce
I could not agree more, Samantha!
Rhian
I bet the almonds give such a nice contrast with texture in this dish. I bet this would be great alongside a yummy fish dish.
Michelle
As a mom, finding new and delicious side dishes is always a plus for family dinners. This dish looks not only delicious but also healthy, which is important for my family. The step-by-step instructions are very helpful, and I appreciate the tips on using fresh green beans and different seasoning options. I can’t wait to try this out at our next family gathering; I’m sure it will be a hit!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Michelle! I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!
Rosey
Perfect for Thanksgiving. I can’t believe the holidays are almost here.
Melanie
This is a great side dish and doesn’t take long to make which is great. It’s one of my husband’s favourites.
Beth Pierce
So glad that you and your husband like the green beans almondine!