Description
A delicious low carb and keto-friendly dish featuring crisp green beans and toasted almonds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the green beans. Blanch for about 3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the green beans and immediately place them in ice water to stop the cooking process.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Drain the green beans and add them to the skillet. Toss to coat with garlic and almonds.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
- This recipe can be prepared in advance, but it’s best served immediately for optimal crispness.
- Feel free to add grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg