Go Back
–+ servings
Print Recipe
4.50 from 2 votes

Fried Garlic and Almond Green Beans

Easy green beans that are packed with flavor from fried garlic and toasted almonds. Simple side dish for any meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 442kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups green beans trimmed and blanched
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds
  • 2 Tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Using a large pan with high sides, toast almonds over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until they start to brown.
  • Remove almonds from pan.
  • Add 2 Tablespoons olive oil to pan.
  • Add sliced garlic and fry for 2-3 minutes or until garlic starts to brown. Remove garlic.
  • Add cooked green beans to pan and toss with oil, allowing to heat up for about 3 minutes.
  • Turn off heat.
  • Add fried garlic and toasted almonds. Toss together.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

Garlic and almonds can be made ahead and combined with green beans when ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 3g | Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 33g | Sodium: 22mg | Sugar: 13g