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Easy Crispy Garlic Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

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A quick and flavorful side dish featuring crispy green beans sautéed with garlic and topped with toasted almonds, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and washed
  • 3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) toasted almonds, sliced or slivered
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim and wash the green beans by snapping or cutting off the stem ends (about 1/2 inch). Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel.
  2. Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove immediately to a bowl to prevent burning.
  3. In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and warm over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until golden, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  4. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them evenly with the garlic oil. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are crisp-tender and slightly blistered.
  5. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine.
  6. Toss the toasted almonds back into the pan and mix gently to distribute evenly. Cook for an additional 1 minute to meld the flavors.
  7. Serve immediately while warm and crunchy.

Notes

If garlic browns too fast, lower the heat and add green beans sooner. Keep stirring frequently to prevent burning. For nut-free option, substitute almonds with toasted sunflower seeds. Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep beans crispy. Pat green beans dry before cooking to prevent steaming.

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Keywords: green beans, garlic green beans, toasted almonds, crispy green beans, easy side dish, healthy side, vegan side dish, gluten-free side

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