Green Beans with Browned Butter and Almonds
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Green Beans with Browned Butter and Almonds
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Lemon zest, shallots, and red pepper flakes—as well as fragrant toasted almonds—give classic green beans amandine a bold update with plenty of texture. The browned butter amplifies the nuttiness of the almonds, adds a touch of richness, and ties everything together.
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Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (3 oz) slivered almonds or substitute chopped walnuts or chopped hazelnuts
- 3 tablespoons (1 1/2 oz) salted butter
- 3 medium (3 oz) shallots peeled and sliced into thin rings
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup water
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 pounds green beans trimmed
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon), preferably organic
- chopped fresh chives for garnish (optional)
- Toasted walnut oil for serving (optional)
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Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven over medium, toast the almonds, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and fragrant, 5 to 6 minutes. Dump about half of the almonds into a small bowl and reserve for garnish.
- Add the butter to the remaining almonds in the Dutch oven. When melted, add the shallots and pepper flakes, then increase to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add 1 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then bring to a boil. Stir in the beans, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Uncover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the moisture evaporates and the beans begin to sizzle, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, stir in the lemon zest and juice, then taste and season with salt and pepper. Move to a serving dish and sprinkle with the reserved almonds. Garnish with chopped fresh chives and/or a drizzle of toasted walnut oil, if desired.
Notes
- Green beans--Use fresh green beans for best results.
- Add some color--Save a little lemon zest for sprinkling over the finished dish to add a pop of color and flavor.
- Get ahead--You can trim your beans and zest and juice your lemon ahead of time, but we don't recommend making the dish until right before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
288kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
20g
(31%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
24mg
(8%)
Sodium
100mg
(4%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4to 6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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9 reviews
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