Green Beans Almondine

5 from 5 votes

Green Beans Almondine, also called Almond Green Beans, are simple to make and packed with flavor. They pair perfectly with nearly any main dish.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish, vegetables

Cuisine: American, French

Servings: servings

Calories: 194kcal

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and salt heavily. (Salting heavily will ensure the green beans stay bright in color and are seasoned both inside and out).
See NOTE below for important make-ahead tips
Rinse green beans and trim any stems that remain.
Mince garlic and shallots.
Blanche the green beans until just al dente, about 4-6 minutes depending on the size of beans. Haricot verts will cook quicker than regular green beans.
Stir occasionally. The beans should be slightly uncooked because they will finish cooking in the skillet.
While beans are blanching, melt butter in a large heavy-bottomed skillet. When butter is bubbling lightly add the sliced almonds and cook, stirring constantly, for about 3 minutes, or until they begin to brown and smell nutty.
Reduce heat to medium-low and add the minced shallots and garlic. Cook about 2 more minutes, stirring frequently.
Drain the green beans and immediately add to the skillet. Saute gently and stir to coat with the butter and almond mixture for about 30 seconds.
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
Serve immediately.

Make-ahead tips:

If prepping ahead. Blanche the green beans, drain and immediately plunge them into a bowl of very cold water (this will stop the cooking process and help retain the bright color and firm texture of the beans).
Drain again. Beans can now be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Once ready to serve prepare the butter almond mixture as above and add the blanched green beans, heating until warm (about 2 minutes) then proceed with lemon and seasonings.