Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds

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A bright, refreshing salad featuring blanched green beans, lemon-dill dressing, and crunchy toasted almonds—ideal for a light lunch or side dish. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs green beans, olive oil, fresh lemon juice into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 lb trimmed and cut green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately plunge into ice water to halt cooking, then drain again.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 minced garlic clove, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, combine blanched green beans, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, and 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds. Pour dressing over and toss gently until evenly coated.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (15 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep green beans from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Lemon-Dill Green Bean Salad with Toasted Almonds vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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