Sautéed Green Beans

Name: Sautéed Green Beans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 oz sliced almonds; 10 oz green beans; 1 tsp salt; 4 tbsp Spanish olive oil; 3 cloves of garlic, chopped; Salt and black pepper

Appetizer side dish

Guide to Making Perfect Sautéed Green Beans

Discover how you can make perfect sautéed green beans every time with this quick and easy recipe.

10 mins

25 mins

Ingredients

2 oz sliced almonds
10 oz green beans
1 tsp salt
4 tbsp Spanish olive oil
3 cloves of garlic, chopped
Salt and black pepper

preparation

1.

Cook the green beans in salted water for 10 minutes. Strain, dry with kitchen paper, and set aside.
2.

In a large frying pan or wok, brown the sliced almonds without oil, remove them from the pan when they begin to toast.
3.

In the same pan, heat the oil and brown the garlic. When it begins to color, add the cooked green beans and sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
4.

Put the beans in a serving dish and add freshly ground black pepper and the sliced almonds on top.

How to Sauté Green Beans

As you can see from this recipe, it’s easy to sauté green beans. All you need is a frying pan or wok, green beans, crushed garlic, and, for a gourmet touch, La Española Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Perhaps what makes this dish stand out is the addition of chopped almonds. It’s touches like this that elevate simple dishes, adding a new dimension in terms of both flavor and texture. Try it for yourself at home and marvel at how such a simple and easy-to-follow recipe can produce spectacular results. It works wonderfully as a side dish or a light lunch.

Benefits of Green Beans

The benefits of incorporating green beans into your diet are manifold. Not only are these crunchy pods delicious and flavorful in their own right, they also offer a wide range of health benefits. Let’s take a look now at everything green beans have to offer in terms of nutrition.

Cholesterol: Green beans contain no cholesterol, which means they are a great ingredient to help achieve improved heart health.
Fat content: Low in calories and virtually fat-free, green beans can be consumed in large quantities, making them perfect for hearty meals.
Rich in vitamins and minerals: A good source of vitamins A and C, green beans also contain the minerals iron, potassium, and calcium.
Easy to digest: Green beans fall low on the FODMAP scale, meaning they contribute to improved gut health and digestion.
High in protein: Green beans also provide meals with an ample supply of protein and are a popular component of many vegan and vegetarian recipes.

Choosing Green Beans

As with any fruit or vegetable, it’s always best to buy your green beans fresh. Check that the pods are firm and vibrant green in color. Ensure there are no black blemishes on their surface or other signs of wilting. There’s also no need to thaw green beans before cooking; you can cook them frozen.

How to Store Green Beans

When purchased fresh, you can keep green beans in the fridge for up to 5 days. Simply put the green beans in an airtight container or refrigerator bag to make sure no air gets at them. You can also freeze green beans and keep them in the freezer for up to 9 months.

Green Bean Recipes

When it comes to cooking with green beans, the sky is well and truly the limit. They work perfectly in a simple sauté recipe such as this one or as a key ingredient in many much-loved dishes. Green beans can work as the base for omelet or soup recipes. What’s more, you don’t need to wait for the holiday season to arrive to try your favorite green bean casserole recipe. In cooked or raw form, green beans make for a terrific addition to salad recipes. Simply put, the possibilities are endless.

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