Spicy String Beans with Toasted Almonds
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 4 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 4 servings
- Calories
- 172
- Total Fat
- 15
- Saturated Fat
- 8
- Carbohydrates
- 9
- Dietary Fiber
- 3
- Sugar
- 3
- Protein
- 3
- Cholesterol
- 31
- Sodium
- 261
- Total: 20 min
- Prep: 10 min
- Cook: 10 min
Ingredients
4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 red jalapeno, sliced into half moons
3/4 pound green beans, snipped and blanched
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Dash fresh lemon juice
Directions
- In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the butter. Cook the butter until browned and nutty, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add the almonds and toast, tossing frequently for about 1 minute. Stir in the garlic and jalapeno, then add the green beans and toss until warmed through. Season the beans with salt and pepper, to taste, and a dash of fresh lemon juice. Transfer to a serving dish and serve.