Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with Almonds
Crisp-tender green beans sautéed in garlic butter with toasted almonds for a nutty, savory side dish. This american-inspired vegetarian (low-carb) ready in about 15 minutes pairs green bean, butter, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces green bean
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons almond
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Trim ends from 12 ounces green beans and cut into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and foaming.
- Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to skillet; cook 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 4: Add 12 ounces green beans; toss to coat in butter and garlic.
- Step 5: Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are crisp-tender with slight char at edges.
- Step 6: Stir in 2 tablespoons toasted almonds and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
- Step 7: Season with salt and black pepper to taste; cook 1 more minute until flavors meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with Almonds take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (5 min prep + 10 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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with 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 bean from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with 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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with 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 Sautéed Garlic Butter Green Beans with Almonds low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My kids begged for seconds! The garlic butter and almonds make these green beans irresistible.
- ★★★★★
Absolutely perfect with grilled chicken. The almonds add such a nice crunch.
- ★★★★☆
The butter made it rich, but I'd skip the extra salt since the almonds are salty enough.
