Green Beans Amandine

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Green Beans Amandine recipe for a healthy side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 - 1/2 cup water
	2 cups frozen French style green beans ( Trader Joe 's Haricot Verts are the best )
	1 1/2 tablespoons salted butter
	1 -2 tablespoon slivered almonds
	1/2 lemon , juice of ( of about 1/2 a lemon )
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

151

Sugar

Fat

13g

Green Beans Amandine is a classic French dish that features tender green beans with buttery, toasted almonds and a tangy lemony flavor. It's a healthy and flavorful side dish that's perfect for any occasion, from a weeknight dinner to a special holiday meal. This recipe uses frozen French style green beans that are easy to find in most grocery stores. Simply thaw them in a skillet with a little water, add some butter and slivered almonds, and season with salt and pepper and a splash of lemon juice. Serve hot and enjoy!

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, pour in water and add the frozen green beans. Cover and cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, or until thawed and tender.
2.	Drain any excess water from the skillet. Add the butter and slivered almonds, stirring until the almonds are lightly toasted.
3.	Remove from heat and squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the green beans and almonds. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

PROS

Green Beans Amandine is a healthy and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.

It’s quick and easy to make, with just a few simple ingredients.

CONS

Some people may not like the texture or flavor of green beans.

Also, this dish contains butter and almonds, so it may not be suitable for those with dairy or nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Green beans are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
They can help support digestive health, lower the risk of heart disease, and promote healthy blood sugar levels.
Almonds are a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and protein.
They can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation.