Keto Green Bean Almondine
An easy green bean almondine recipe made with garlic, butter, and toasted almonds. A perfect low-carb side dish for the keto diet, Thanksgiving, or any dinner with ham or turkey. Quick, flavorful, and always a hit with family and guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French-Inspired, Keto, Low-Carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/3 cup sliced almonds
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3 garlic cloves, sliced thin
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: Lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon
Instructions
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Trim and rinse the green beans.
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Blanch green beans in boiling salted water for 2–3 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain again.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds until golden, about 3–5 minutes. Set aside.
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Add butter and olive oil to the same pan. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
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Add green beans and toss until heated through and coated, about 3–5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in almonds. Optional: Add a squeeze of lemon or zest for brightness.
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Serve warm.
Notes
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You can skip blanching if short on time, but it helps keep beans crisp.
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Add cooked chopped bacon for more flavor.
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Works with fresh French green beans or regular green beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 165 Sugar: 2g Sodium: 150mg Fat: 14g Saturated Fat: 4g Unsaturated Fat: 9g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 6g Fiber: 2g Protein: 3g Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-green-bean-almondine/