Craving a delightful side dish that's both wholesome and bursting with flavor? Look no further than our Green Beans with Almond Butter Sauce! This tantalizing recipe combines vibrant green beans with a luscious almond butter sauce, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Prepared using fresh green beans, this dish retains its vibrant color and crisp texture, while the almond butter sauce adds a creamy richness and a hint of nuttiness. The sauce is crafted with a harmonious blend of almond butter, low-sodium tamari, garlic, and a touch of honey, resulting in a delectable glaze that coats each green bean perfectly.
But that's not all! This versatile recipe also includes two additional variations to cater to various dietary preferences and flavor profiles. The first variation introduces a zesty kick with the addition of Sriracha, creating a spicy and tangy twist on the classic recipe. For those who prefer a smoky and savory flavor, the second variation incorporates roasted red peppers, adding a delightful depth of flavor to the dish.
Whether you're following a vegan, vegetarian, or simply seeking a healthier alternative, this Green Beans with Almond Butter Sauce is sure to satisfy your cravings. It's not only incredibly delicious but also packed with essential nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence.
So, embark on a culinary journey with us and discover how easy it is to prepare this delectable dish. Follow our step-by-step guide, complete with helpful tips and tricks, to create a side dish that will steal the spotlight at your next gathering. Bon appétit!
GREEN BEANS WITH ALMONDS AND BUTTER
Steps:
- Rinse green beans. Snip the bases off on all the green beans.
- Fill a large soup pot 2/3 with water and bring to a rapid boil. Add 2 Tbsp salt. Add beans and boil 6 to 7 minutes, until crisp-tender.
- Drain beans immediately and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process, then place them in your serving dish.
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt 1 stick of butter. Add shaved almonds to the skillet and stir them until they are golden. Watch them closely once they start to golden because they can burn quickly beyond this point.
- Melt in the rest of the butter (1/2 stick), stir and pour the buttery almonds evenly over the green beans.
- Use tongs to lightly toss the beans with the buttery almonds, but not too much because the almonds tend to escape to the bottom of the dish.
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.
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 :
GREEN BEANS WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook green beans 5 minutes in 1-inch boiling water, covered. Drain beans and return pan to heat.
- Add oil and butter pat to the pan. Toss beans in oil and melted butter. Season beans with a little salt and transfer to a serving plate.
- Garnish green beans with toasted slivered or sliced almonds.
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.
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 MUSTARD CREAM SAUCE AND TOASTED ALMONDS
Green Beans With Mustard Cream Sauce and Toasted Almonds is my answer to classic green bean casserole. The vegetables and sauce can be made in the morning. Before serving, heat them together and sprinkle with almonds.
Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Green Beans
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 2 Tbs. of butter in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; saute, shaking pan occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Dump onions onto a large cookie sheet. Add green beans, 3/4 cup water and a scant teaspoon salt to the unwashed skillet. Turn heat to high; cover and cook until wisps of steam escape around the lid. Set timer for 5 minutes; cook until bright green but tender.
- Drain beans; transfer to cookie sheet with onions and spread out to cool. (Cooled vegetables can be covered loosely with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature up to 4 hours ahead.)
- Microwave milk, chicken broth and mustard in a 1-quart Pyrex-type measuring cup until steamy. Heat remaining 2 Tbs. of butter in the skillet. Whisk in flour, then hot milk mixture, until smooth and simmering. (Sauce can be made up to 4 hours ahead: Cover surface directly with plastic wrap, to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate; return to a simmer before proceeding.)
- Add beans and onions; simmer until sauce is thick enough to cling, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 209.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
GREEN BEANS WITH GARLIC BUTTER AND ALMONDS
Steamed broccoli or cauliflower may be used in place of the green beans, the chili flakes may be omitted if desired I like to add them in or you may adjust to heat level. --- this is very good!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Steam or boil the green beans until tender but still crisp; plunge into ice water or very cold water then drain well.
- Place the beans onto a clean tea towel then pat dry using paper towels.
- Place the beans into a heat proof bowl.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add in fresh garlic and chili flakes and stir 2 minutes (do not allow the butter to brown).
- Mix in the brown sugar, soy sauce and white vinegar; bring to a boil mixing constantly.
- Remove from heat then pour over the beans toss to coat.
- Mix in the almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 40.6, Sodium 871.7, Carbohydrate 14.6, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.6, Protein 5.7
Tips:
- For a smoother sauce, blend the almond butter with the water or broth until completely smooth before adding the remaining ingredients.
- If you don't have almond butter, you can use another type of nut butter, such as peanut butter or cashew butter.
- To make the sauce more flavorful, add a tablespoon of soy sauce or tamari.
- If you like spicy food, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- For a more substantial meal, serve the green beans with rice or quinoa.
Conclusion:
These green beans with almond butter sauce are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The almond butter sauce is creamy, flavorful, and packed with nutrients. The green beans are tender and crisp, and they provide a good source of fiber and vitamins. This dish is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and it is also a good source of plant-based protein.
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