These Balsamic Green Beans are a delicious, versatile side you can use to elevate almost any hearty dish. Truly, they're America's favorite side vegetable!
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About these Green Beans
Gone are the days of steamed green beans from the microwave. These Balsamic Green Beans are a true upgrade, and they're a delicious, versatile side you can use to elevate almost any hearty dish.
Whether you pair them with grilled chicken breast or teriyaki salmon, these tasty and crunchy green beans bring your whole meal together. Truly, they're America's favorite side vegetable!
While I don’t always seek green beans out, I really enjoy this recipe. You only need to put in a little effort to make a simple, flavorful side. And I encourage you to also try my Parmesan Carrot Fries, Crispy Brussel Sprouts or Smashed Baked Potatoes as other flavorful side dishes, too.
Recipe Ingredients
- Green Beans: We'll prepare a whole bag, which is approximately four cups.
- Almonds: The nutty, earthy taste pairs so well with the natural flavor of the green beans. Plus, toasting them in a pan brings the flavor out so much more and gives a nice crunch.
- Avocado Oil: This has a higher smoke point than vegetable or olive oil. This is important to ensure we get our green beans nice and crunchy without burning them.
- Balsamic Glaze: Adds the perfect amount of sweetness to balance out the other flavors included in this side dish.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How to Make This Recipe
- Wash and dry your green beans.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place green beans in the skillet and cover with a splatter guard.
- Stir with a rubber spatula after 3-4 minutes. Then, add sesame seeds and sliced almonds to the skillet.
- Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze and stir. Cook for another 8-10 minutes so the nuts and seeds get toasted, but not burned.
- Remove green beans from the skillet and serve. Top with more balsamic glaze. You can also add shaved parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and whatever other topics you like. Enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
Store covered in the fridge for up to 5 days. These are great for meal prep! Make ahead and heat up for a delicious side to whatever you're cooking. Dinner is always easier when part of it is prepared!
Hot oil! Which is why I suggest you use a splatter guard. The oil gets hot pretty quickly and you don’t want a mess or to get burnt.
Nope! Grill, oven, or air-fryer are all options:
Grill: I like using the 'foil packet’ method. Put everything in a foil packet and grill for 8-10 minutes. You get a mess-free grilling experience AND easy clean up.
Oven: Toss all of the ingredients then roast at 350° for 20 minutes.
Air Fryer: Toss all of the ingredients then cook at 400° for 10-15 minutes for crispy green beans.
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Recipe
Balsamic Green Beans
Equipment
- skillet
- Splatter guard
- Measuring Spoons
- Rubber Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 bag green beans
- 2 tbsp almonds, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Wash and dry green beans.
- Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Place green beans in the skillet and cover with a splatter guard.
- Stir with a rubber spatula after 3-4 minutes. Then, add sesame seeds and sliced almonds to the skillet.
- Add 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze and stir. Cook for another 8-10 minutes. Ensure green beans, almonds, and seeds are toasted.
- Remove green beans from the skillet and plate. Top with more balsamic glaze. You can also add shaved parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, and whatever other topics you like.
Nutrition
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Lisa says
Great side dish for thanksgiving!! So tasty!
Sydney Van Acker says
Simple and tasty! I make these whenever I'm having salmon!
Courtney Paige says
These beans are deliciously crunchy and full of flavor!