Green Beans with Shallots and Almonds
Serves 6 to 8
Time 20 min
Serve these green beans on a large platter with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. They make a great side dish for holiday meals as well as roasted fish or grilled shrimp.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped oregano
- 2/3 cup almond slivers, toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Method
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add green beans and cook until just tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a small pot over medium heat.
Add shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and light golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes.
Add shallot to hot, drained green beans.
Add parsley, oregano, salt and pepper and toss gently. Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with almonds and serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 110 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 7g carbohydrates (4g dietary fiber, 2g sugar), 3g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 pound green beans, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped oregano
- 2/3 cup almond slivers, toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper