Wheat Free Classic Green Beans Almondine
Green beans almondine is one of those timeless side dishes that feels fancy enough for a dinner party but comes together with minimal fuss. Fresh green beans are blanched until they're vibrant and just tender, then tossed in a skillet with nutty browned butter, toasted sliced almonds, and a hint of garlic — it's simple, elegant, and genuinely delicious. A bright finish of fresh lemon juice and optional zest lifts the whole dish and keeps it from feeling heavy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no swapping, substituting, or label-reading required — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. That's actually one of the best things about this recipe: it was never trying to be anything other than what it is, and it delivers every time. Whether you're serving it alongside a weeknight roast or bringing it to a holiday table, it holds its own as a standout dish rather than an afterthought.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the blanching water
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and cook until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3–4 minutes. Drain through a colander and immediately spread on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to dry.
- 2
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling occasionally, until the foam subsides and the butter turns a light golden-brown and smells nutty, about 3–4 minutes.
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