Wisconsin Roasted Almond Green Beans

Looking for something simple yet delicious for your holiday side? Try these roasted green beans with toasted panko and slivered almonds. 

The holidays are a time of indulgence, but not every side dish needs to be swimming in sauce or encased in cheese. Sometimes the simple beauty of a roasted vegetable can be just what the menu needs. That’s where these roasted almond green beans come into play. 

The flavors of caramelized green beans pair perfectly with lightly browned and nutty-slivered almonds and the crisp addition of toasted panko. Finished with a hint of salt and pepper, these are not your average green beans!

Serve these as is or sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, crumbled feta, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice!

Recipe for Wisconsin Roasted Almond Green Beans

Servings: 4-6

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb Fresh green beans, cleaned and ends removed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup slivered almonds
• ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
• salt and cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425F and position the oven rack in the lower third and line a sheet pan with parchment or foil. 
2. Arrange the green beans on the sheet pan, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat, then bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the beans start to lightly blister. 
3. Meanwhile, heat a small skillet over medium heat. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and toss in the breadcrumbs and slivered almonds. Toast, stirring frequently just until they begin to brown. Remove from the heat and reserve until the green beans are ready. 
4. To serve, arrange the roasted green beans in the Wisconsin dish and top with the toasted breadcrumb mixture. Keep warm in the oven until ready to serve!

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