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Sauteed Green Beans

These Sauteed Green Beans feature tender and crisp French green beans, caramelized shallots, and toasted almonds for a flavor-packed dish that brings warmth to your table. They are a quick and easy side dish with the most tender and delicious skillet green beans made in just one pan in less than 15 minutes.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword air fryer green beans, easy vegetable recipe, easy vegetable side dish, easy veggie side dish, healthy side dish, sauteed green beans, skillet green beans, thanksgiving vegetables
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 98 kcal
Author Kelly

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter , divided. Olive oil, avocado oil, ghee or unsalted butter work too if you're not dairy-free.
  • ⅓ cup raw sliced almonds , feel free to leave out if you need a nut-free version.
  • 1 lb French green beans haricot verts, trimmed
  • 2 medium shallots , finely diced
  • 2 medium garlic cloves , finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Fine grain sea salt or kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • 1-2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add 1 teaspoon butter then add the almonds and toast until golden brown, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  2. Return the skillet to medium-heat and melt the remaining butter in the same pan. Add the shallots and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly caramelized.
  3. Add the green beans to the skillet along with 1 tablespoon of water to the pan. Cook, while tossing occasionally, until the green beans are tender, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Season with salt, black pepper and lemon juice. Stir in half of the almonds, reserving the rest for serving.
  5. Transfer the green beans to a large plate or serving platter and sprinkle with the reserved almonds along with chopped parsley. Serve warm.

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Recipe Notes

Storage, Make-Ahead, Freezer and Reheating Instructions:

  • Make-Ahead: For a quick weekday meal, prep the almonds and green beans in advance.
  • Refrigeration: Once your green beans have cooled completely, transfer them to an airtight container or a resealable storage bag. Place them in the fridge and enjoy them within 4 days.
  • Freezer: While the dish is best enjoyed fresh, you place the cooled green beans into an airtight container and freeze them for up to 6 months. Thaw them out in the fridge overnight before reheating and enjoying them.
  • Reheating: Reheat them gently on the stovetop until or in a 350°F Air Fryer for about 5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the beans are warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
Sauteed Green Beans
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 98 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 2g4%
* Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy using the WPRM recipe calculator. It is best to make your own calculations to ensure accuracy. We expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.