# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
→ Aromatics
02 - 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
→ Nuts
03 - 1/4 cup sliced almonds
→ Oils & Fats
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Seasonings
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
06 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to halt cooking. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - Add olive oil to the same skillet and warm over medium heat. Add sliced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
04 - Add the drained green beans to the skillet. Sauté, stirring often, for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through and slightly crisp-tender.
05 - Season with sea salt, black pepper, and optional lemon juice. Toss well to combine.
06 - Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans and serve immediately.
