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Sauteed Green Beans with Garlic and Almonds

Easy and tasty Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic and Almonds recipe you can whip up in 20 minutes! A delicious side dish to compliment chicken, beef, fish, or pork!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 159 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound fresh green beans ends trimmed
  • 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 minced garlic 
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup shaved, sliced, or slivered almonds

Instructions

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  1. 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. 
  2. 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 drizzle of balsamic glaze to take these almonds to the next level! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 159kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 589mg (25%) Potassium 303mg (9%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 782IU (16%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 159

% 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.