Sauteed Garlic Scapes or Green Beans with Red Pepper Almonds

Brighten up your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Sautéed Garlic Scapes or Green Beans with Red Pepper Almonds! This quick and easy recipe combines tender-crisp garlic scapes or green beans with the smoky heat of red pepper flakes and smoked paprika, enhanced by the crunch of toasted almonds. A drizzle of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of lemon zest provide a zesty finish that ties it all together. Perfect as a side dish or a light, nutritious main course, this 25-minute recipe is packed with bold, earthy flavors and a delightful mix of textures. Whether you're embracing seasonal garlic scapes or sticking with classic green beans, this dish is guaranteed to elevate your meal with its simple yet sophisticated charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Garlic scapes or green beans
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Raw almonds, roughly chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Trim the garlic scapes or green beans. For scapes, cut into 2-inch lengths; for green beans, snap off the stem ends.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Add the chopped almonds to the skillet and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Sprinkle the smoked paprika over the almonds and stir well to coat. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 5

Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the garlic scapes or green beans to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Saute for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the toasted almonds, lemon juice, and lemon zest.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish or a light, vegetable-forward main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(545.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611.2

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1196.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.4g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 386.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1994.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.3%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 22.4%