Yellow Wax Beans with Toasted Almonds
Yellow Wax Beans with Toasted Almonds might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 7% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 186 calories, 5g of protein, and 16g of fat. Head to the store and pick up pepper, blanched almonds, olive oil, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, fodmap friendly, and vegetarian diet.
Instructions
Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.
Add 1 tablespoon of the salt and the wax beans, return to a boil, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes.
Drain and plunge into a bowl of ice water.
Drain again and set aside.
Heat the oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the almonds and cook, stirring often, until they begin to turn golden but not brown, about 2 minutes.
Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with the remaining salt and the pepper.
Place the beans in a large bowl, toss with the almonds, and serve.Tip: You can use fresh green beans instead of yellow wax beans.