Green Beans Almondine (aka Armandine)

A plate of green beans topped with toasted almonds.

Green Beans Almondine (aka Armandine)

A classic French side dish with green beans, almonds, and a little lemon. These Green Beans Almondine are the perfect veggie side!

Course Side

Cuisine American, French

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Servings

Calories 128kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Equipment

Ingredients

1 pound fresh green beans trimmed (I like the French ones – the haricot vert)
2 tablespoons salted butter
1/4 cup sliced almonds not slivered
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Get prepped

Trim 1 pound fresh green beans. Mince 2 cloves garlic. Measure out 2 tablespoons salted butter, 1/4 cup sliced almonds, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.

Blanch the green beans

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.

Toast the almonds

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set them aside.

Cook the green beans

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the blanched green beans, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and half the almonds. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are heated through.

Combine and serve

Transfer the green beans from the skillet to a serving platter. Top with reserved toasted almonds.
Devour.

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Notes

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the garlic.
• If you prefer, use a diced shallot in place of the garlic.

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