Description
Green Beans with Almonds and Caramelized Onions is a vibrant side dish that beautifully marries crunchy toasted almonds with the rich sweetness of caramelized onions, all perfectly complementing fresh green beans. This elegant recipe is simple enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough for holiday feasts, making it a versatile addition to any meal. The delightful flavor profile and stunning presentation will impress your guests and evoke cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and trim the green beans. Thinly slice the onions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onions with a sprinkle of salt and cook slowly for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Bring salted water to boil in a pot and blanch green beans for 3 minutes. Drain and transfer to cold water.
- Add blanched green beans and sliced almonds to the skillet with caramelized onions. Toss gently for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot on a platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a nutty twist, try swapping almonds for walnuts or pecans. Add minced garlic before caramelizing the onions for extra flavor. Toss in cherry tomatoes at the end for a pop of color.