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Green Beans Almondine

October 20, 2020 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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Green Beans Almondine is a delicious way to dress up ordinary green beans, making them an elegant, Keto side dish that's perfect for the holidays!

overhead view of green beans with almonds

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I'm not sure about you, but to me, this year just seems to have flown by! With the holiday's approaching, low carb side dishes are always on my mind. After all, holiday meals don't have to be off limits to those following Keto or a low carb diet.

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Traditional green bean casseroles usually have a gravy or sauce that's loaded with carbs. By creating a rich and buttery lemon sauce, you eliminate those extra carbs but spare nothing on flavor!

close up of green beans with almonds

Green Beans Almondine is a classic French dish that uses simple, every day ingredients, almonds and green beans. Fresh lemon and butter is added for a sauce that adds that special touch and amazing flavors.

What's in Green Beans Almondine

  • Fresh green beans
  • Sliced almonds
  • Garlic
  • Butter
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon zest and juice
  • Salt and pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

How to Make the Best Green Bean Almondine Recipe

Wash and trim the green beans, then boil them in salted water for a few minutes or until almost tender.

green beans in boiling water

Drain the green beans using a colander or spider and add them into a bowl with ice water to stop them from cooking further.

green beans in ice bath

This also sets a beautiful green color.

green beans cooked in collander

In a large skillet, add in the butter and olive oil and turn the heat to low.  Once the butter has melted, add in the almonds and toss to coat. 

almonds toasting in skillet with butter and garlic

Once the the almonds just start to toast, stir in the garlic and cook for about 20 seconds.  Don't allow the garlic to brown, or it will become bitter.

green beans in skillet with toasted almonds

Add in the green beans, lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper to taste, then toss to coat. Serve once the green beans are warmed through.

overhead view of green beans with almonds

What Green Beans Are Best for Green Beans Almondine?

Fresh greens beans are always a great option. But if you have trouble accessing them, you can always use fresh frozen green beans. They usually come already trimmed and ready to use.

As another alternative, you can use canned green beans, whole or French style. Canned vegetables will gave a softer texture but they'll work fine if that's all you can find. Just be sure to drain them really well.

overhead closeup of green beans with almonds

What Does Almondine Mean?

Almondine, or sometimes seen as Almandine, just means garnished with almonds. In the culinary world, you will sometimes see fish or other green vegetables, like asparagus used with Almondine. Regardless of which way you spell it, it's a delicious way to add texture and flavor to green beans.

Are Green Beans Keto?

When you started Keto, I am sure you heard that it's best to eliminate beans from your diet. And while, green beans are technically a legume,
they're significantly lower in carbs than most legumes making them perfectly fine for those on Keto or other low carb diets.

green beans in collander

What are the Carbs in Green Beans?

There are 10 grams of carbs in 1 cup of green beans. There are 4 grams of fiber making the net carbs come in only around 6 grams. How is that for low carb!?

Can I use Other Nuts in Green Beans Almondine?

If you prefer to use another nut or have an almond allergy, pecans or walnuts can be used. Both have different flavor profiles but they will give you that bit of a crunch you're looking for in Green Beans with Almonds.

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What Can I Serve with Green Beans Almondine?

That's the beauty of this low carb side dish. Green beans with almonds will go beautifully with almost any of your Keto main courses. If you're wanting a little inspiration, check out some of these all time favorites:

  • Instant Pot Roast
  • Pork Chops with Bacon Mushroom Gravy
  • Blackened Salmon
  • Grilled Chicken with Rosemary Citrus Glaze
  • Cilantro Lime Shrimp Skewers
  • Chicken Francese
  • Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
green beans with almonds in white bowl

Can I Make Green Beans with Almonds in Advance?

Absolutely! They're perfect for meal prepping. When you're serving a big meal and need as many time saving ideas you can find, this Green Bean Almondine recipe is perfect.

Prepare the recipe as normal but shorten the cooking time by just a few minutes. Store in an air tight container over night or up to a couple of days in the fridge.

To reheat them, you can put them in a casserole dish in a 350F oven until heated through. You can also heat them in a large skillet until just heated through.

If you're looking for even more time saving meal prep info, check out this article, "25 Easy Keto Meal Prepping Ideas."

More Keto and Low Carb Sides

  • Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto
  • Jalapeño Popper Cauliflower "Mac" and Cheese
  • Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
  • Easy Creamed Spinach
  • Roasted Garlic & Rosemary Mashed Cauliflower
  • Easy Broccoli Salad with Bacon
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Green Beans Almondine

Green Beans Almondine is a delicious way to dress up ordinary green beans, making them an elegant, Keto side dish that's perfect for the holidays!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Total Time 12 mins
Author: Julianne
Course: Side Dish
Calories: 101
Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 ½ pounds fresh green beans
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Zest and juice of ½ lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Wash and trim the green beans, then boil them in salted water for a few minutes or until almost tender. Drain the green beans and add them into a bowl with ice water to stop them from cooking further. This also sets a beautiful green color.
  • In a large skillet, add in the butter and olive oil and turn the heat to low. Once the butter has melted, add in the almonds and toss to coat.
  • Once the the almonds just start to toast, stir in the garlic and cook for about 20 seconds. Do not allow the garlic to brown, or it will become bitter.
  • Add in the green beans, lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper to taste, then toss to coat. Serve once the green beans are warmed through.

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Nutrition Facts
Green Beans Almondine
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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