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Green Beans Almondine with a Lemon Twist

September 11, 2014 by Shari Eckstrom 37 Comments

Green Beans Almondine With a Twist of Lemon

GREEN BEANS ALMONDINE WITH A LEMON TWIST

Green beans are plentiful here at Pure Grace Farms right now. One of my husband’s favorites, I could fix them every night and he would be thrilled. Tim is the one that usually takes the trip to the garden to pick them. He says he wants to help, but secretly I think it really has to do with the fact that he likes them best straight off the vines. I prefer them lightly blanched so today’s recipe highlights my favorite way to cook green beans. Steamed till crisp tender and lightly buttered with lemon and almonds. Whole food at it’s best! I hope you enjoy them. Green Beans Almondine With a Twist of Lemon

4.8 from 4 reviews
Green Beans Almondine with a Lemon Twist
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Cook time
10 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 lb tender new green beans, washed with stem ends trimmed
  • ⅓ cup raw blanched slivered almonds
  • 1 tbsp butter, unsalted
  • 1 tsp coarse sea salt
  • 2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
  1. Place a steamer basket in to a large saucepan and fill with water just below the level of the steam basket.
  2. Bring water to a boil.
  3. Add green beans to steam basket, cover and steam green beans for 4 minutes.
  4. Remove green beans immediately, drain.
  5. Meanwhile melt butter in large skillet.
  6. Add almonds and stir continuously until butter and almonds begin to color. Remove from heat.
  7. Add green beans, sea salt and pepper. Toss well until beans are coated with the butter.
  8. Return to medium high heat and cook for a minute or two until beans are warmed.
  9. Sprinkle with lemon zest and serve immediately.
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Filed Under: Vegetables Tagged With: almonds, green beans, side dish, whole food

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Comments

  1. Winnie says

    September 28, 2014 at 14:58

    Looks great!
    We love green beans and it seems like an easy enough recipe for me to try (I’m not very good when it comes to cooking…..)

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 29, 2014 at 09:11

      This recipe is as simple as it gets. I have no doubt you could pull it off. Let’s make a little trade. I’ll give you some of my cooking skills and you share your baking prowess. Deal?

      Reply
  2. Laura@Baking in Pyjamas says

    September 21, 2014 at 08:43

    What a great way to liven up beans. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!!

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 21, 2014 at 12:51

      Thank you for the feature. I stopped by and shared and visited some great posts too! Have a great week.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  3. Kristina and Millie says

    September 19, 2014 at 19:24

    crisp, tasty and nutty – can’t beat that for a green bean recipe! Green beans almondine is a dish I have eaten out, why didn’t it occur to me to make my own?!? Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 20, 2014 at 12:21

      Thanks Girls! This is one of my favorites!

      Reply
  4. Amanda @ The Kolb Corner says

    September 18, 2014 at 18:34

    I love green beans! I was sad that I didn’t have the space to grow them myself this year, but have indulged in a few bunches from the store. I’m curious to try out this variation! Thank you for sharing with us at the Merry Monday Link Party! Hope to see you again next week.

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 20, 2014 at 12:39

      Thanks Amanda. I enjoy your party and will be sure to stop by.

      Reply
  5. Kristine says

    September 15, 2014 at 17:08

    Green beans are one of my favorite vegetables! I can’t wait to try this recipe. Thank you so much for sharing it at A Wholesome Bunch!

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 16, 2014 at 07:55

      Always a pleasure. Thanks for stopping by.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  6. Jess says

    September 15, 2014 at 10:29

    I pinned this because green beans tend to get old, but these sound so yummy!

    Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!
    Jess recently posted…Link Up #51My Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 15, 2014 at 12:29

      Thanks friend. Have a wonderful week.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  7. Elizabeth says

    September 13, 2014 at 17:01

    Oh my! I love green beans with almonds, and adding lemon zest must make this pop. Thanks for stopping by Let’s Get Real this week. Be sure to come next week!!
    Elizabeth recently posted…4 Things You Need to Know About GratitudeMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 13, 2014 at 21:10

      Thanks Elizabeth. I will be sure to stop by again next week.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  8. Karren Haller says

    September 12, 2014 at 19:07

    We do love our green beans, the addition of lemon zest and almonds sounds great. Sometimes we just eat a whole plateful for a meal. Thanks for sharing this weekend and the mention too.
    Are the colors of leaves changing in Idaho yet?
    Enjoy your weekend, Happy Fall!!
    Karren
    Karren Haller recently posted…Weekend Fun PartyMy Profile

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    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 12, 2014 at 21:20

      The weather is turning and the leaves are following suit. I love looking out the window at the beautiful maples. Fall is lovely. Thanks for stopping by and sharing. It is always a special treat when you do.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  9. Marla says

    September 12, 2014 at 12:38

    Love fresh green beans and these look extra tasty with the almonds. thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned.
    Marla recently posted…Mary’s Birthday Giveaway – Organic Heirloom SeedsMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 12, 2014 at 13:26

      Thanks Marla. I have a ton of them this year. So many great ways to eat them!

      Reply
  10. Heather @ My Overflowing Cup says

    September 11, 2014 at 19:03

    These look delicious. My garden didn’t do well on green beans this year so I will have to try this with frozen. Thanks for the recipe!
    Heather @ My Overflowing Cup recently posted…Flax & Chia Egg ReplacersMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 12, 2014 at 12:33

      Frozen will work beautifully too. Thanks for stopping by.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  11. Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says

    September 11, 2014 at 18:12

    We love dressing up our veggies. This looks great! I’m excited about round 2 of green beans…we’re in between plantings at the farm!
    Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life recently posted…Anchorage Travel: 7 Must See Places to VisitMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 12, 2014 at 12:34

      I staggered my crops so while one of my green been plantings is slowing down, the other area is picking up steam. I will have beans until the frost sets in. Yum. Thanks Michelle for stopping by. Always a pleasure.

      Reply
  12. Simply Suzannes at Home says

    September 11, 2014 at 17:59

    Hands down my favorite dish of all time!!!
    I LOVE haricot verts almondine!
    Thanks so much for sharing :0)
    Have a great week(end),
    Suzanne
    Simply Suzannes at Home recently posted…cinnamon sugar cookies . . . and apples, apples, apples for Teacher!My Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 12, 2014 at 12:35

      Don’t you love how those words haricot verts almondine just flow of the tongue. 🙂 Thanks Suzanne and I hope you have a lovely weekend as well.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  13. Diane Roark says

    September 11, 2014 at 11:14

    Shari,

    I agree with Sinea. These green beans are perfect for a low carb diet. I could eat them one by one like a piece of candy. LOVE IT!

    Blessings,
    Diane Roark

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 11, 2014 at 11:44

      I made extra so when I feel like snacking I can pull out the green beans. Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to comment. It is always appreciated.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  14. Nicole@family table treasures says

    September 11, 2014 at 09:57

    Sounds delicious Shari! I love lemon pretty much added to anything. Love the way it creates such a bright fresh flavor.
    Nicole@family table treasures recently posted…Lemon Cheesecake Cupcakes {with Blueberry Sauce}My Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 11, 2014 at 11:42

      Thanks Nicole. Lemon is a great addition to so many dishes. I appreciate you stopping by.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
  15. Sinea Pies says

    September 11, 2014 at 09:27

    Perfect for my low-carb diet! (10 pounds off — 7 more to leave forever ) Thanks Shari!

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 11, 2014 at 09:32

      You are welcome. Congrats on your progress!

      Reply
  16. Karen says

    September 11, 2014 at 06:57

    Your beans look so good, Shari, and leave me craving some fresh, green food! We didn’t grow any this year, and our farmer’s markets are long gone, but I’m looking some up at the grocery store this weekend so I can make these.
    Thanks for sharing your recipe. Sharing on FB & Twitter today, and pinning.
    Karen recently posted…Fall Decor InspirationMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 11, 2014 at 07:01

      I am inundated with green beans right now. I can’t complain though, so many great things to make with them. Thank you for sharing, it is always appreciated. Good luck in your search.
      Blessings,
      Shari

      Reply
      • Karen says

        September 17, 2014 at 07:11

        I made these for dinner last night and the were amazing!!! I hope I can find them again soon and make them another time before fall. Thanks for sharing.

        Reply
        • Shari Eckstrom says

          September 17, 2014 at 07:53

          I am glad you enjoyed them. 🙂 It makes my day!

          Reply
  17. Janine Huldie says

    September 11, 2014 at 04:57

    I totally make a variation of this for my family and going to try your version now for sure, too, because we also just love green beans!! 🙂
    Janine Huldie recently posted…More Firsts & Wonderful Wednesday Blog HopMy Profile

    Reply
    • Shari Eckstrom says

      September 11, 2014 at 05:19

      I would love to see your version Janine. Fresh Green Beans are so delicious.

      Reply

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