Algerian Green Beans With Almonds Recipe

Discover the vibrant flavors of Algeria with this stunning green bean recipe! Fresh, crisp green beans are quickly simmered then tossed in a fragrant sauce of garlic, lemon, and toasted almonds. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a burst of freshness and satisfying crunch in just 35 minutes. Perfect as a side dish or light vegetarian meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 138.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Algerian Green Beans With Almonds

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How to Make Algerian Green Beans With Almonds

  1. Wash and trim 1 pound of fresh green beans.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
  3. Drain the green beans and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add 1/2 cup slivered almonds and cook for 1 minute, or until lightly toasted.
  7. Add the cooked green beans to the skillet and gently toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  8. Serve warm. Garnish with extra cilantro and almonds if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g