Fresh Green Beans Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Trim the Green Beans
Using a sharp knife, trim the ends of the fresh green beans by cutting off the stem ends. Rinse the beans under cold water to clean.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely to release their flavor.
3
Toast the Almonds (Optional)
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced or slivered almonds for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and set aside.

4
Sauté the Green Beans
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the trimmed green beans and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add Garlic and Seasonings
Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the green beans. Season with salt and black pepper. Continue to sauté for another 3-5 minutes until the green beans are tender-crisp and bright green.
6
Finish with Lemon Juice and Almonds
Remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze the lemon juice over the cooked green beans and toss to combine. Stir in the toasted almonds if using.