Garlic Roasted Green Beans
These Garlic Roasted Green Beans are the perfect side dish that deserves a spot on your holiday table, dinner party spread, or even your regular rotation. With just a little effort, you get beautifully caramelised beans, toasty garlic, and crunchy almonds all in one tray. Whether you're a longtime fan of green beans or just need a reliable veg dish, this one's a winner.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 heaped tbsp flaked almonds
- 220 g green beans trimmed
- 2 garlic cloves each sliced into 4 pieces
- 20 ml extra virgin olive oil
- zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- a pinch of black pepper
- juice of ¼ of a lemon
- 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper or foil.
- Place the green beans, sliced garlic, olive oil, half of the lemon zest, salt and pepper in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine.
- Spread the beans on a prepared baking tray, and place it in the oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring them midway through.
- In the meantime, toast the flaked almond in a small dry pan, until slightly browned and smelling nutty.
- Once cooked, discard the garlic pieces, squeeze lemon juice on top, scatter the remaining lemon zest, toasted almonds and parmesan on top and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 13gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 371mgPotassium: 1330mgFiber: 17gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 4196IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 265mgIron: 7mg
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