Garlic and Herb Stir-Fried Green Beans with Toasted Almonds

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Crisp-tender green beans quickly stir-fried with garlic and fresh herbs, finished with crunchy toasted almonds for texture and flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired no-cook recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 13 minutes, pairs fresh green beans, extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 thinly sliced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 pound trimmed fresh green beans and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes, tossing frequently until the beans are bright green and crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle in 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stirring to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and immediately toss with 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds for crunch. Serve hot as a flavorful side.

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