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Buttery Green Beans with Almonds

A new take on a traditional dish. This Green Beans with Almonds recipe is quick and simple to make. A delicious low-carb side to add to any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Low Carb
Calories: 173
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound green beans trimmed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 pinch Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Either One, not both
  • 1 tbsp shallots minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Method
 

  1. Wash and trim the green beans.
  2. Prepare the lemon for squeezing and mince the garlic or shallots if you are using them.
  3. Microwave: In a microwave safe dish, place the prepared beans in 2 tbsp of water and heat for 2-3 minutes. Drain, stir and leave uncovered to allow steam to escape.
  4. Stove Top: Bring a pot of water to a boil, have a large bowl of ice water to the side as well. Add the green beans to the boiling water until tender and bright green. Drain the beans in a strainer and then place into the ice water.
  5. Have a large pan over medium heat - add the butter and almonds (also add optional items of garlic or shallot). Cook until almonds begin to brown.
  6. Add the green beans and coat in butter. Cook until warm all the way through. Squeeze lemon juice all over.
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste.