Green Beans Almondine

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I am in holiday mode and have been upgrading some of my favorite staple Thanksgiving recipes like this green beans almondine with caramelized shallots and almond slices. I’ve been loving fresh, vibrant sides like my roasted butternut squash and kale salad alongside the classics—they bring a nice balance to the richness of the holiday table.

This bright side dish is so easy and incredibly flavorful. The beans are quickly cooked so they’re still crisp and fresh tasting but have a nice coating of olive oil, light sweetness from the caramelized shallots and a pop of flavor from the fresh parsley.

I honestly liked these beans so much I ate the whole pound in two days without sharing. I think Isaac may have gotten one bean, but that’s it. Oops. Guess I’ll just need to make another batch!

Table of Contents

• Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• Here’s What You Need
• Variations
• How to Make Green Beans Almondine
• Brittany’s Tips
• Serving Suggestions
• How to Make in Advance & Store
• Frequently Asked Questions
• More Green Bean Recipes
• More Holiday Sides to Make
• Green Beans Almondine Recipe

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Savory & sweet combo – The caramelized shallots bring a touch of sweetness, while the toasted almonds and fresh green beans add a savory crunch.
• Great for any occasion – Quick enough for a busy weeknight, yet fancy enough for a holiday dinner. It’s one of those dishes that looks (and tastes) like you spent way more time on it than you did!
• Naturally healthy – Fresh, simple ingredients make this dish naturally healthy, so you can feel great about serving it up.
• Customizable – Use whatever nuts you have on hand, or try swapping in thinly sliced onions if you don’t have shallots. It’s an easy recipe with lots of room to make it your own!

Here’s What You Need

• fresh green beans – I recommend trimming the tops of the bean where they connect to the plant just for a clean cut. You can trim both ends off if you’d like!
• shallot – shallots have a flavor profile that’s similar to garlic and onion combined. You’ll thinly slice these and caramelize them before mixing with the green beans. If you can’t find shallots, a red or white onion is a good substitute.
• olive oil – to caramelize the shallot in! You can also use avocado oil or butter if you’d like.
• fresh lemon juice – brightens the flavors of the dish and brings everything together!
• sea salt and black pepper – to season the dish.
• fresh parsley – can’t go wrong with some fresh herbs for serving!
• sliced almonds – you’ll be toasting these almonds and serving as a topping for the beans. Adds a delicious flavor and crunch.

How to Make Green Beans Almondine

Toast Almonds – Toast slivered almond in a dry, large skillet over medium heat, stirring often to prevent burning. Cook for 5-6 minutes, until golden brown, then set aside.

Caramelize Shallots – In the same skillet, add olive oil and heat over high. Add sliced shallots, lower the heat to medium-low, and cover. Cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Cook Green Beans – While shallots cook, boil water with a pinch of salt in a saucepan. Add green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain well.

Combine and Serve – Add beans to the skillet with the shallots, toss to combine, and mix in chopped parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted almonds. Enjoy!

Serving Suggestions

This is the side of all sides! It can be paired with just about any main dish. For the ultimate holiday feast, here is what I would serve it with:

• Main entree – This dish pairs perfectly with a holiday main like roast turkey or a cozy, plant-based lentil loaf .
• Other sides – Green beans almondine fits right in with classic sides like, vegan cornbread, butternut squash quinoa stuffing, wild rice stuffing or cranberry sauce.
• Dessert – Wrap up the meal with a classic dessert! My healthy apple crisp, pecan pie brownies, vegan chocolate pie or vegan pumpkin pie bring the perfect sweet ending to your holiday feast.

How to Make in Advance & Store

This dish is a great make-ahead side for holiday dinners. Prepare as instructed, but skip topping with the toasted almonds and store separately. When ready to serve, reheat the green beans almondine on the stovetop for 5-10 minutes or in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until green beans are warm. Transfer beans to a large dish or platter, top with toasted almonds and serve.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat over the stovetop, in the oven or in the microwave until green beans are warm.

Frequently Asked Questions