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Crispy Garlic Green Bean Almondine – Best Easy Side Dish

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This Crispy Garlic Green Bean Almondine is a quick and easy side dish that looks fancy but is secretly the easiest thing on the table. Roasted green beans with garlic and almonds create a perfectly tender, crispy, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound (450g) fresh green beans
  • 4–5 large garlic cloves (about 20g)
  • 1/3 cup (30g) sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3g) kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. Wash the green beans and trim off the stem ends. Pat the beans completely dry with a clean kitchen towel.
  3. Peel the garlic cloves and leave them whole if small, or cut them in half if large.
  4. On the prepared baking sheet, combine the green beans, garlic cloves, and sliced almonds. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss everything together until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer.
  5. Roast for 12 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and toss the beans with tongs.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 8-10 minutes, until the beans are tender with deep brown, crispy spots and the almonds are golden brown.
  7. While the beans are finishing, melt the butter in a small bowl in the microwave (about 20 seconds). Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. As soon as the beans come out of the oven, drizzle the butter-lemon mixture over the top and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, ensure green beans are completely dry before roasting to achieve crispiness. If doubling the recipe, use two sheet pans to avoid crowding. Watch the almonds closely as they can burn quickly. For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with additional olive oil or vegan butter. For a nut-free version, replace almonds with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.

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