Brown Butter Green Beans with Almonds
A vibrant side dish of fresh green beans enhanced by the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter and crunchy toasted almonds.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh green beans Choose crisp, bright green beans for the best flavor.
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter Unsalted butter allows control over the salinity of the dish.
- ½ cup sliced almonds Lightly toasted to add crunch and a nutty flavor.
- to taste Salt Enhances the overall taste.
- to taste Pepper Adds a hint of spiciness.
- 1 tsp Lemon zest Optional for a fresh zing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Trim the ends of the green beans.
- Heat salted water in a large pot until boiling.
- Boil the trimmed green beans for about 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the beans in a colander.
Cooking
- In a skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat until it bubbles and foams.
- Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
- Add the sliced almonds to the skillet and toast for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the drained green beans to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add optional lemon zest and toss again.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.