Green beans with shallots, garlic & toasted almonds

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Green beans with shallots, garlic & toasted almonds
15 min.
4
128kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with a vibrant and tasty side dish that perfectly complements any meal: Green Beans with Shallots, Garlic, and Toasted Almonds. This delightful recipe not only brims with flavor but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. It's a stunning example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special.

With just a quick 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a dish that’s not only healthy but also packed with texture and zest. The tender-crisp green beans provide a fresh foundation, while the delicate sweetness of shallots and the robust kick of garlic add layers of complexity. A sprinkle of toasted flaked almonds brings in a satisfying crunch, making every bite delightful. Finally, a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens the dish, balancing the flavors and elevating your meal to gourmet status.

Perfect for dinner parties, family gatherings, or simply as a weeknight side, this recipe is sure to impress your guests or loved ones without demanding too much from your precious time in the kitchen. Get ready to serve a plateful of vibrant greens that not only tastes divine but also looks stunning on the table!

Ingredients

  • 300 green beans 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • small shallots very finely sliced
  •  garlic clove thinly sliced
  • tablespoon optional: lemon 
  • tbsp almonds flaked toasted

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook green beans in boiling salted water until tender, then drain and cool under running water. Set aside.
  2. Put olive oil, shallots, garlic cloves and some salt in a frying pan, then cook gently for about 8 mins until soft but not brown. Tip in the beans and a grind of pepper, toss well, then warm through. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and toasted flaked almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories128kcal
Protein8.55%
Fat63.71%
Carbs27.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.38
Glycemic Load
2.3
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.3013043351795%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Eriodictyol
0.8mg
Hesperetin
1.03mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
2.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:127.5kcal
6.38%
Fat:9.69g
14.92%
Saturated Fat:1.2g
7.49%
Carbohydrates:9.5g
3.17%
Net Carbohydrates:6.3g
2.29%
Sugar:3.76g
4.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.65mg
0.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.93g
5.86%
Vitamin K:36.6µg
34.86%
Manganese:0.35mg
17.57%
Vitamin E:2.61mg
17.39%
Vitamin C:12.81mg
15.53%
Fiber:3.2g
12.8%
Vitamin A:519.07IU
10.38%
Vitamin B6:0.19mg
9.33%
Magnesium:35.73mg
8.93%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.28%
Folate:31.67µg
7.92%
Potassium:250.84mg
7.17%
Iron:1.21mg
6.71%
Phosphorus:64.08mg
6.41%
Copper:0.12mg
6.12%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.68%
Calcium:50.93mg
5.09%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.88%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.76%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.49%
Selenium:1.14µg
1.63%