Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our exquisite Almond Green Beans, a culinary masterpiece that combines the vibrant crunch of green beans with the nutty richness of toasted almonds. This delightful side dish, hailing from the vibrant streets of Szechuan, China, is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this beloved dish, providing you with three distinct recipes that cater to various dietary preferences. From the classic Almond Green Beans, bursting with umami flavors, to a vegan-friendly version and a low-carb rendition, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless favorite. Let your taste buds embark on an extraordinary adventure as you explore the diverse flavors of Almond Green Beans.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
PASTA WITH GREEN BEANS AND ALMOND GREMOLATA
Celery, an underappreciated vegetable relegated to making stocks and mirepoix, rarely gets the attention it deserves. It's available in the grocery store year-round. Come late summer, it starts popping up in farmers' markets everywhere, and it deserves to shine. In this dish, its pleasantly bitter leaves are used in a unique take on gremolata, a fresh herb condiment traditionally made with Italian parsley (which you can also use here). Snappy green beans, also readily available in late summer, round out this unassuming, but impressive pasta you'll want to make again and again no matter what the season.
Provided by Colu Henry
Categories dinner, weekday, weeknight, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of well-salted water (2 heaping tablespoons kosher salt to about 7 quarts water) to a boil. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-low heat, toast the almonds, stirring frequently so they don't burn, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. In a medium bowl, combine the almonds, celery or parsley leaves, lemon zest, garlic and a pinch of salt. Set aside and wipe out skillet.
- Add pasta to boiling water and cook until it is al dente, according to package directions. About 2 minutes before it's done, add the beans to the pasta pot. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, and drain the pasta and beans.
- While the pasta and beans drain, make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in the large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is golden in color, about 1 to 2 minutes. Turn heat to low and add 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water to the skillet (be careful of splattering) and cook until it is reduced by about half, 1 to 2 minutes more. Turn heat to medium and add the pasta, green beans and butter to the skillet and toss until the butter melts. Add the cheese and an additional 1/4 cup water and toss until the cheese is emulsified and the pasta is glossy with sauce. If needed, add an additional 1/4 cup pasta water to loosen. Season with kosher salt, to taste.
- Transfer the pasta to a large bowl, top with gremolata and drizzle with more olive oil. Pass additional grated cheese at the table, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 453, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 376 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GARLIC-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
Garlic-Almond Green Beans is her family's favorite way to eat this popular vegetable, writes Genny Monchamp from Redding, California. "The beans stay so bright and crisp. To speed things up even more, you could use frozen green beans instead of fresh."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook garlic in oil for 1 minute. Drain beans. Add the beans, almonds and pepper to skillet; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BACON-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
"I adapted this recipe from one I saw in a magazine that required a lot of work," says Jackie Matthews from Yucca Valley, California. "This is much quicker and easier to prepare and tastes great!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved. , Drain beans; add to the skillet. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with bacon and almonds; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BACON-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
Make and share this Bacon-Almond Green Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Pork
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place beans in large saucepan and cover with water.
- Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce.
- Cook for 1 minute or until sugar is dissolved.
- Drain beans; add to the skillet.
- Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through.
- Sprinkle with bacon and almonds; toss to coat.
- Serve with slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.8, Fat 9.3, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 284.9, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 10.8, Protein 4.5
BUTTERY ALMOND GREEN BEANS
Toasted almonds add crunch to this no-fuss treatment for fresh beans. They get extra flavor from convenient onion soup mix and Parmesan cheese. -Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the beans, water and soup mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are crisp-tender, 15-20 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine the almonds, cheese and paprika. Drain beans; drizzle with butter and sprinkle with almond mixture. Toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
HONEY-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
A touch of sweetness is all it takes to make these green beans a little less ordinary.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix butter and honey; set aside.
- Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven. Add green beans. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Toss beans and honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg
BLISTERED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATO-ALMOND PESTO
This sauce, inspired by Spanish romesco, uses cherry tomatoes, which are usually the best-tasting type in the market this time of year.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Green Bean Side Healthy Kid-Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Roast tomatoes on a rimmed baking sheet, turning once, until blistered and lightly charred, 15-20 minutes. Let cool slightly. Finely chop almonds in a food processor. Add garlic, olive oil, vinegar, paprika, cayenne, and half of tomatoes; pulse to a coarse pesto consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 1/2 tsp. vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add half of beans; cook, undisturbed, until beginning to blister, about 2 minutes. Toss and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until tender, 7-9 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Spread beans out on a platter; let cool. Repeat with remaining vegetable oil and beans.
- Toss beans with pesto; season with salt and pepper if needed. Add remaining tomatoes and transfer to a platter.
- Do ahead
- Dish can be made 3 hours ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature. Toss and adjust seasoning just before serving.
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMOND BUTTER
Many beans are grown here in Georgia, so we find lots of ways to serve them. This is one of my favorite side dishes for holiday meals. To make it even more special, substitute hazelnuts for the almonds.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice and zest, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Stir in the almonds. Drain the beans and return to the pan. Add almond butter and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts :
PRETTY ALMOND GREEN BEANS
"The traditional flavors of green beans, mushrooms and onions without the calories of traditional green-bean casseroles! This dish is light, festive and easy to put together. It's become a holiday tradition at our house." Vikki Peck - Poland, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover and cook for 4-7 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the pepper, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Drain beans; stir into vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HONEY ALMOND GREEN BEANS
Make and share this Honey Almond Green Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lavender Lynn
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix butter and honey. Set aside.
- Heat 1 inch wter to boiling ina 4 quart pan. Add green beans, heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Toss beans and honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
TOASTED ALMOND GREEN BEANS
Slivered almonds, lemon, and cumin bring their bright flavors to this quick and delicious green bean side dish.
Provided by Del Monte
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Del Monte
Time 11m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add almonds, cook 2-3 minutes or until browned, stirring frequently, being careful not to burn. Add 2 Tbsp. of the butter, Worcestershire, lemon juice, and cumin. Cook until butter has melted, stirring constantly. Set aside on separate plate.
- Melt remaining butter over medium-high heat. Add beans, cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, sprinkle almond mixture over all. Salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 559.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
TARRAGON-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
A hint of balsamic vinegar gives a fresh taste to this simple side shared by Glenda Malan. "Sliced almonds dress up green beans tastefully when company's coming," she relates from Lake Forest, California. "I can't think of an entree this dish doesn't complement."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender; drain. , Meanwhile, in a nonstick skillet, saute onions and garlic in oil until onions are tender. Add the vinegar, sugar, tarragon and salt. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Drain beans; add to onion mixture. Cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ALMOND GREEN BEANS
THIS simple, quick way of preparing beans makes it an easy recipe to turn to at the last minute. Cooking the beans in the basic ingredients results in a flavorful, impressive side dish.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter; add the bouillon, celery seed and pepper. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook over medium heat for 9-11 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in soy sauce and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PENNE WITH ALMOND PESTO AND GREEN BEANS
Provided by Julia Turshen
Categories Pasta Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Dinner Parmesan Basil Almond Green Bean Spring Summer Healthy Low Cholesterol Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Pulse garlic, basil, 1/2 cup almonds, and 1 tsp. salt in a food processor until combined. With the motor running, slowly add oil and pulse again until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Cook penne in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, and add green beans 30 seconds before pasta is al dente. Drain pasta and green beans, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid, and add to pesto. Stir vigorously and add pasta cooking liquid as needed to fully coat. Season with salt.
- Transfer pasta mixture to a serving bowl or platter and top with Parmesan and remaining 2 Tbsp. almonds. Serve immediately or at room temperature.
LEMONY ALMOND-FETA GREEN BEANS
When you find a vegetable recipe that demands second helpings, it's definitely worth sharing. I made these green beans for a dinner party, and that's exactly what happened! I like to use haricots verts, the skinny type of green bean. -Samantha Bowman, Houston, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add green beans; cook, uncovered, 4-5 minutes or until beans turn bright green. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add green beans and almonds; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper; toss to combine. Top with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMOND GREMOLATA
Green beans get a zesty Italian treatment for this fresh side: they're sauteed in caramelized shallots and vinegar (agrodolce), then topped them with citrusy, nutty gremolata, which Haas says is good enough to eat by itself.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Green beans: In a large sauté pan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the shallots, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the red wine vinegar and cook until reduced by half; then add the remaining olive oil and the green beans. Season with salt and pepper. Use tongs to stir and coat the green beans in oil. Continue cooking over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until tender but with a slight crunch, 6-8 minutes. Meanwhile, assemble the Almond Gremolata.
- Almond Gremolata: Mince the garlic. Combine with almonds and preserved lemon. Finely chop the parsley and add to other ingredients; give a quick stir to combine. Add the Champagne vinegar, olive oil, and sugar; whisk until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside. Makes about 2 cups. (Note: If making ahead of time, store in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Bring to room temperature and stir to recombine before using.)
- Assembly: Transfer green beans to a serving platter and top with a few spoonfuls of Almond Gremolata. Serve warm or at room temperature.
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMOND BUTTER
Found this recipe while searching for Thanksgiving side dishes. There is no "almond butter" in this recipe; however, it uses honey, almonds, and whole grain mustard as a dressing.
Provided by DailyInspiration
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Blanch the green beans in lightly salted boiling water just until tender and bright green, 3-4 minutes. Plunge them into cold water, drain when cool, and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the balance of the ingredients and saute gently for 2-3 minutes. Add salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 27.1, Sodium 128.3, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 8.6, Protein 7
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMOND-BUTTER SAUCE
There is no almond butter in this recipe (although it sounds great to me); however it uses honey, almonds and whole grain mustard as a dressing over the green beans.
Provided by Daily Inspiration S
Categories Vegetables
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Blanch the green beans in lightly salted boiling water until tender and bright green, 3- 4 minutes. Plunge into cold water, drain when cool, set aside.
- 2. Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the balance of the ingredients and saute gently for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Place green beans in a serving dish and pour sauce over green beans.
- 3. Or, you may add the green beans to the sauce, season with salt & pepper and toss to coat.
HONEY-ALMOND GREEN BEANS RECIPE
Provided by Bean4bella
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Mix butter and honey; set aside. 2. Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven. Add green beans. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crisp-tender; drain. 3. Toss beans and honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
HONEY-ALMOND GREEN BEANS
A touch of sweetness is all it takes to make these green beans a little less ordinary.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix butter and honey; set aside.
- Heat 1 inch water (salted if desired) to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven. Add green beans. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crisp-tender; drain.
- Toss beans and honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg
Tips:
- Choose fresh green beans: Look for green beans that are bright green in color, crisp, and free of blemishes.
- Trim the green beans: To trim the green beans, simply snap off the ends where the stem was attached.
- Blanch the green beans (optional): Blanching the green beans in boiling water for a few minutes helps to preserve their color and crispness. To blanch the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes helps to bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Use good quality olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for this recipe. It has a fruity, peppery flavor that will complement the green beans and almonds.
- Season the green beans well: Salt and pepper are the basic seasonings for this recipe, but you can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the green beans warm or at room temperature: These green beans can be served warm or at room temperature. They are a great side dish for grilled chicken, fish, or steak.
Conclusion:
Almond green beans are a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with fresh green beans, toasted almonds, and a simple lemon-tahini dressing. These green beans are light, flavorful, and healthy. They are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
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