Pan-Seared Green Beans with Almonds and Lemon Zest

Crisp-tender green beans seared with toasted almonds and bright lemon zest, creating a simple yet elegant side dish that complements any keto main course.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 7 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces (about 350g) green beans
• 2 tablespoons, slivered almonds
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1, zest only lemon
• a pinch salt
• a pinch pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Trim the ends off 12 ounces green beans and cut into 1-inch pieces.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Add 12 ounces green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Add 2 tablespoons slivered almonds and cook for 2 minutes until the almonds are golden and the beans are evenly coated.
5. Step 5: Stir in the zest of 1 lemon, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of pepper. Cook for 1 minute more until the lemon zest is fragrant.