Algerian Green Beans with Almonds

Elevate your side dish game with Algerian Green Beans with Almonds, a vibrant and flavor-packed recipe showcasing tender green beans infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika. This dish is brought to life with a touch of zesty harissa paste, a drizzle of fresh lemon juice, and the satisfying crunch of golden-toasted almonds, all tied together with a fragrant sauté of onion and garlic in rich olive oil. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and vegetarian recipe is perfect for pairing with grilled meats or hearty mains, or even enjoying as a standalone dish. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a simple yet exotic way to bring a taste of North Africa to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 50 grams blanched almonds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon harissa paste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 100 milliliters water
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the green beans, cutting off the tips on both ends.

Step 2

Blanch the green beans in boiling water for 3 minutes, then plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, toast the blanched almonds over medium heat, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Finely chop the onion and garlic, then sauté them in the oil until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, and harissa paste, cooking for 1 minute until the spices are fragrant.

Step 6

Add the blanched green beans and water to the skillet, stirring to coat the beans evenly in the spiced mixture. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes, until the beans are tender but still crisp.

Step 7

Remove the lid and stir in the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, then turn off the heat.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the green beans and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature as a vibrant side dish to complement your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	850.7 grams (850.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	526

Total Fat 31.20g	40%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2443mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 60.20g	22%
Dietary Fiber 22.00g	79%
Total Sugars 25.20g
Protein 13.40g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 326mg	25%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 1656mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.8%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 41.9%