Low-Carb Lemony Green Beans Recipe

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Written by Di Bauer December 7, 2001, Updated by Andrew DiMino January 6, 2015

Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Primal, Vegetarian

Low-Carb Lemony green beans compliment just about any main course. Their fresh and tangy taste will elevate any Low-Carb Gluten-Free meal or occasion. The best part? Kids will love ’em! So whether you serve this as a side dish to a small family dinner or to a big holiday dinner for friends and family, everyone is sure to love it.

Lemony Green Beans Low-Carb Gluten-Free Recipe

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Author: Di Bauer
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Yield: 8 1x
Category: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Primal, Vegetarian

Ingredients

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4 cups fresh green beans, ends trimmed
4 tablespoon grass-fed butter
6 tablespoons almonds, slivered
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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Instructions

Bring about an inch of water to boil in the pot into which your steamer basket fits. Place the trimmed green beans the steamer basket, set over the boiling water, cover, and steam 3-5 minutes until tender to the bite, 3-5 minutes. Drain thoroughly. Cover and keep the beans warm.
Melt the butter in the same saucepan; stir in the almonds. Cook over low heat for 2 minutes, or until the almonds are very light brown.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Spoon the butter mixture over the green beans and toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Recipe can be doubled easily.

Make Ahead Tip: After cooking the green beans, drain and plunge them into ice water to stop the cooking process. Proceed to make the lemon butter sauce. Drain the now-cooled green beans thoroughly, shaking off any excess water. Put the beans in a microwave-proof casserole or serving dish, pour the lemon butter mixture over them and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until just before it is time to serve the meal.

Reheat the beans by microwaving them on high for 4-6 minutes, or until they are heated through and thoroughly cooked. Toss the green beans with the lemon butter to distribute it evenly over the beans before serving.

VARIATIONS
The green beans can be replaced with the steamed veggie of your choice. Broccoli works very well with the lemon sauce.