Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic and Almonds
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Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic and Almonds
Description
The recipe starts with green beans trimmed and patted dry to ensure proper sautéing. They are cooked briefly over medium heat in sesame and olive oil to begin softening. Garlic, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and sliced almonds are added to build layers of flavor and texture. The beans finish cooking until easily pierced by a fork, maintaining some snap but cooked through.
This side dish provides a mix of textures: tender green beans and crunchy almonds complemented by the sweetness of brown sugar and the flavor of garlic infused through the oils. It pairs well with a variety of main courses, adding both color and flavor contrast.
Cooling slightly before serving helps the flavors settle and enhances the dish's balance.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Green bean ends trimmed, fresh
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil sub additional 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- ⅓ cup almonds shaved, sliced, or slivered
Instructions
- Make sure the beans are patted dry, then add to a large skillet along with oil. Saute over medium heat 1-2 minutes. Add garlic, salt, pepper, brown sugar, and almonds.
- Saute 10 minutes or until green beans are easily pierced with fork. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or a drizzle of balsamic glaze to enhance the flavor profile.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 159 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 159kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 589mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 303mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 782IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 68mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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