👩🍳 This easy recipe elevates green beans into a sophisticated and tasty dish.
Makes 4 servings.
Ingredients:
1 lb (450 g) green beans
½ cup (60 g) slivered almonds
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
Steam the green beans: Add about an inch of water to the bottom of a medium pot and place a steamer basket over it. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
Add the green beans and cover, reducing the heat to medium-low. Let cook for 5-7 minutes, until the green beans reach your desired level of tenderness. Remove the steamer basket from the heat and let the beans cool for 5-10 minutes.
While the beans are cooling, heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the almonds and lightly toast, about 2-3 minutes. The nuts should be lightly brown but not scorched. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add the olive oil to the skillet and let heat for 1-2 minutes. Add the green beans, lemon juice and zest, salt, and pepper. Let cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the lemon juice has reduced. Sprinkle the almonds on top. Serve & Enjoy!
Recipe by: Dr. Saara Haapanen
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