Microwave Green Beans Almondine
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this quick and effortless Microwave Green Beans Almondine, a classic side dish with a modern twist. Ready in just 12 minutes, this recipe combines crisp-tender green beans, buttery golden almonds, and a hint of fresh garlic for a flavor-packed experience. A zesty drizzle of lemon juice enhances the freshness, while a quick microwave technique keeps things simple yet delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights, holiday feasts, or whenever you need a crowd-pleasing vegetable dish, this recipe offers gourmet flair with minimal effort. Plus, it’s all prepared using a microwave, making cleanup a breeze!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams fresh green beans
- 60 grams sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the green beans.
Step 2
Place the green beans and water in a microwave-safe dish with a lid. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes, or until the green beans are tender but still crisp. Carefully remove the lid to release steam and drain any excess water.
Step 3
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and microwave on high for 30 seconds, or until melted.
Step 4
Stir the sliced almonds into the melted butter. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the almonds are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the almond and butter mixture. Microwave for an additional 30 seconds to soften the garlic.
Step 6
Drizzle the almond-garlic mixture over the cooked green beans.
Step 7
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss the green beans gently to coat evenly.
Step 8
Serve warm as a side dish and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (589.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 692.4 |
| Total Fat 55.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1212.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.3g | |
| Protein 20.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 360.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1445.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories