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Lemon Garlic Green Beans

Lemon Garlic Green Beans

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 77
Author Alyssia Sheikh

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. green beans trimmed
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • 1 tsp minced garlic or garlic paste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • optional: ⅓ cup slivered almonds

Instructions

  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Blanch green beans for 2-3 minutes, until vibrant and crisp. (Boil longer for a warm green bean dish!)
  • Drain and cool under cold water, or in an ice bath.
  • Whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Add blanched green beans and toss to coat.
  • Add slivered almonds to lemon garlic green beans, if desired, and stir to combine.
  • Serve cold and devour!
  • Yields ~4 cups lemon garlic green beans.

Notes

*Nutrition includes optional slivered almonds.
**Per serving: 3g net carbs.

Nutrition

Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g