1-Pan Garlicky Green Beans with Slivered Almonds
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1-Pan Garlicky Green Beans with Slivered Almonds
Description
1-Pan Garlicky Green Beans with Slivered Almonds features fresh green beans cooked in a single skillet with toasted almonds for a toasty crunch. The almonds are toasted separately with salt until golden, then set aside. The green beans are then cooked with oil, salt, and pepper covered to soften and lightly brown. Near the end, minced garlic and dairy or dairy-free butter are stirred in, coating the beans in a savory, aromatic glaze. This dish combines tender green beans and buttery garlic flavors balanced by the crisp texture of toasted almonds.
The garlic is added last to preserve its bright flavor without burning, and the cooking method uses a cover to trap heat for tender beans with some browning. The almonds provide a nutty, crunchy contrast, balancing the softness of the green beans.
Serve this side with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as part of a vegetable-focused meal. It highlights a simple approach where toasting nuts separately and adding butter and garlic at the end creates a layered flavor with good texture contrast.
The recipe notes that nutritional information is based on Miyokos vegan butter, implying flexibility in butter choice. Careful monitoring when toasting almonds prevents burning. Adjust salt and pepper to taste during cooking for balanced seasoning.
Ingredients
ALMONDS
- 1/3 cup almond slivered or sliced, raw
- 1 pinch salt sea salt
GREEN BEANS
- 1 lb Green bean organic when possible, stems and rough ends trimmed
- 1 Tbsp avocado oil (or other neutral oil with high smoke point)
- sea salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp dairy-free butter (or sub organic dairy butter as needed)
Instructions
- Heat a large rimmed skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add almonds and salt and toast for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until toasted. Watch closely and be careful not to burn. Then remove from pan and set aside.
- Rinse and dry the green beans and remove any stems or rough ends with a knife or scissors.
- Heat the same large rimmed skillet from earlier over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the oil. Wait 1 minute for the oil to get hot, then add green beans. Season generously with salt and pepper (as the recipe is written, we recommend starting with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper and working your way up from there).
- Cover and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring / tossing occasionally. You want the heat to remain high and the cover tight so the green beans get browned but also tender. Turn down heat slightly if they’re close to burning.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add the minced garlic and butter and toss to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes more, tossing frequently until garlic is fragrant and the green beans are golden brown and tender. Add the almonds and toss.
- Serve immediately. Best when fresh. Store leftovers covered up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator (not freezer friendly). Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat until hot.
Notes
- Toast almonds carefully over medium heat to avoid burning and set them aside before cooking green beans.
- Trim green beans neatly and dry well for even cooking and better searing on the pan.
- Use dairy-free or dairy butter depending on preference; both give a rich finish when tossed with green beans and garlic.
- Adjust salt and pepper gradually as you cook to suit your taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4(Servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 151 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 10.6g | 4% |
| Protein | 4.2g | 8% |
| Fat | 11.4g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.75g | 10% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.72g | 29% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 61mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 314mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 800IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 19.8mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 70mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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