Sauteed Garlic Scapes (Or Green Beans)With Red Pepper & Almonds

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Sauteed Garlic Scapes (Or Green Beans)With Red Pepper & Almonds recipe for a nutritious and flavorful side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

159

Sugar

Fat

13g

Sauteed Garlic Scapes (Or Green Beans)With Red Pepper & Almonds is a flavorful and nutritious side dish that's perfect for any meal. The dish makes use of garlic scapes, the green stalks that grow from the heads of garlic plants, during their brief season in the spring. Garlic scapes have a mild garlic flavor and delicate crunch that make them a perfect addition to this dish. But if you're not able to find garlic scapes, you can use green beans as a substitute. The red pepper provides a sweet and slightly tangy flavor that balances out the garlic scapes, while the toasted almonds provide a rich nuttiness and a satisfying crunch. This dish can be served as a side dish or enjoyed as a full meal by pairing it with rice or quinoa.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.	Add the garlic scapes and red pepper, and saute for about 5-6 minutes.
3.	Season with salt and pepper, and continue to saute until the vegetables are tender.
4.	Add the toasted almonds and toss to combine.
5.	Serve immediately as a side dish or over rice or quinoa for a full meal.

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, thanks to the garlic scapes, red pepper, and toasted almonds.

It’s a quick and easy recipe to make, perfect for busy weeknights.

Can be served as a side dish or a main meal when paired with rice or quinoa.

CONS

Garlic scapes can be difficult to find when they’re out of season, but can be substituted with green beans in this recipe.

This dish is relatively high in fat due to the almonds, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic scapes are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, which may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Red peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, which is important for immune health and skin health.
Almonds are high in monounsaturated fats and fiber, which can help lower cholesterol levels and promote feelings of fullness.

	3 cups garlic scapes , 1 inch pieces
	1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
	1/2 cup diced sweet red pepper
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon pepper
	1/3 cup toasted slivered almonds