5 from 15 votes
Green Beans with Almonds & Garlic (Easy!)
Green Beans with Almonds & Garlic showcases fresh green beans steamed briefly in vegetable broth, then finished with minced garlic, tamari, and crunchy sliced almonds. The dish highlights the crisp-tender texture of the beans combined with the savory notes of garlic and tamari, accented by the nutty crunch of almonds. It can be served warm or at room temperature, providing a flavorful vegetable side for a variety of meals.
Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
3
Calories:
90 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Vegan, gluten-free
Ingredients
- 12 oz. Green bean fresh
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 1/2 Tbsp. tamari
- 1/4 cup almonds or almond slivers, sliced
Instructions
- Rinse green beans, then trim the ends. Mince garlic.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable broth and bring to a light simmer.
- Once simmering, add green beans. Cover and steam for about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and stir with tongs to combine. Re-cover and cook 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add tamari and almonds. Stir and cook 1 minute, or until desired tenderness. Transfer to a serving dish (be sure to include the tiny but flavorful garlic bits!)
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Notes
- Serve the green beans immediately while warm or at room temperature to enjoy their fresh texture and flavor.
- The recipe was originally published in November 2018 and updated May 2023, reflecting tested improvements.
Nutrition Information
Calories
90kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Potassium
323mg
(7%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
866IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
68mg
(7%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 866IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.