Green Bean Almondine (with a twist)
A flavorful twist on the classic green bean almondine, enhanced with mushrooms, onions, garlic, and optional imitation bacon bits for added depth.
Equipment
- large frying pan
- Knife and cutting board
- Pot for boiling
Ingredients
- 1 pound 455 g fresh green beans
- 3 cups 705 ml water
- 2 tablespoons 28 g nondairy butter
- 8 ounces 227 g sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup 160 g diced yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons 30 g minced garlic
- ¼ cup 25 g slivered or sliced almonds
- ¼ cup 25 g imitation bacon bits, store-bought or homemade (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim the ends off the green beans.
- In your largest frying pan, add the water and bring to a boil (you can add a pinch of salt to the water, if you choose).
- Add the green beans and boil for 3 minutes.
- Remove from heat, drain, and set aside.
- Reheat the pan and add the butter.
- Heat over high heat.
- When the butter has melted, add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic.
- Sauté until the mushrooms have reduced in size by half, about 7 minutes.
- Add the almonds and bacon bits (if using).
- Cook for 2 more minutes.
- Add the green beans.
- Toss to coat and cook for 3 to 5 more minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine advice:
Pair with a light white wine like Chardonnay or a dry rosé to complement the richness of the butter and the earthiness of the mushrooms.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 14 g | Sugar: 3 g | Salt: 800 mg
