Orange and Almond Green Beans
Green beans are a good source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and folate.
This is vegan, gluten free and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.
Ingredients
- 400 gram Green beans
- 2 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 ounce Almonds
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain the green beans and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and pat dry.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the orange zest and almonds, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the almonds are lightly toasted.
- Add the green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them with the orange zest and almonds. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through.
- Serve the orange and almond green beans as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.