Green Beans with Pancetta Toasted Almonds
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistibly flavorful Green Beans with Pancetta and Toasted Almonds. Perfectly blanched green beans are tossed in a fragrant sauté of garlic and olive oil, then combined with crispy pancetta and golden, nutty slivered almonds for delightful texture and savory depth. A finishing touch of fresh lemon zest brightens the dish, making it an elegant yet easy accompaniment to any meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser sure to steal the spotlight at your dinner table or holiday spread. Keywords: green beans with pancetta, toasted almonds, savory side dish, quick and easy recipes, holiday side dishes.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound green beans
- 4 ounces pancetta
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups ice
Directions
Step 1
Trim the ends of the green beans and set them aside.
Step 2
Fill a large pot with 4 cups of water, bring to a boil, and add a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Blanch the green beans in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender-crisp.
Step 4
Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with 2 cups of ice and cold water.
Step 5
Transfer the blanched green beans to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry.
Step 6
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the pancetta. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 7
In the same skillet, add the slivered almonds. Toast them over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and set aside.
Step 8
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 9
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic and oil. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 10
Stir in the crispy pancetta and toasted almonds, mixing well to combine.
Step 11
Remove from heat and sprinkle lemon zest over the dish for a fresh burst of flavor.
Step 12
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish for any meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1935.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1572.8 |
| Total Fat 130.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 121.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3608.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 64.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 27.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.2g | |
| Protein 62.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 538.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2437.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories