Sautéed Green Beans with Toasted Almonds and Lemon

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Bright, crisp green beans tossed with toasted almonds and a zesty lemon finish, ready in 17 minutes for a vibrant side dish. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 17 minutes, pairs Green beans, Almonds, Olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1/4 cup slivered almonds and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 oz trimmed green beans (1-inch pieces) and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are crisp-tender and slightly caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until flavors meld, then serve immediately.

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