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Brown Butter Green Beans with Almonds

Savory Brown Butter Green Beans with Almonds: Easy Elegance

This recipe for Brown Butter Green Beans with Almonds is a delightful celebration of simplicity, featuring nutty brown butter and crisp green beans.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Green Beans
  • 1 pound Fresh Green Beans Choose crisp, bright beans for the best flavor.
For the Brown Butter
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to swap with vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
For the Crunch
  • ⅓ cup Sliced Almonds Can substitute with sunflower seeds for a nut-free alternative.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your dietary preferences.
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper Season to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Optional for a burst of freshness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Skillet
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Begin by washing your fresh green beans thoroughly under running water. Using a sharp knife, trim off the tough ends of each bean.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the trimmed green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  3. Carefully pour the contents of the pot into a colander to drain the beans.
  4. In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir continuously until the butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
  5. Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and toast them for about 2 minutes.
  6. Add your drained green beans to the skillet and gently toss with the brown butter and toasted almonds.
  7. Adjust the flavor by adding salt, pepper, and optional lemon zest to the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best flavor and crunch. Monitor butter closely while browning to prevent burning.

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