Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Steam green beans for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add almonds and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Add green beans, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Serve warm.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8g (Net Carbs: 4g)
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 2g
Tips:
- Use fresh green beans for best texture.
- Swap almonds for pecans for a Thanksgiving flair.
- Serve alongside turkey or pork.
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