Instant Pot Garlic Green Beans with Almonds
Instant Pot Garlic Green Beans with Almonds is a quick and flavorful side dish that elevates fresh green beans to gourmet status. Infused with aromatic garlic and topped with crunchy toasted almonds, this vibrant dish is perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights. With minimal prep time and just a handful of ingredients, you can impress everyone at the table while enjoying a deliciously satisfying experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup water or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Rinse the green beans under cold water and trim the ends.
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode; add butter or olive oil and heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the green beans, coating them in the garlicky oil for about two minutes.
- Pour in the water or broth, secure the lid, and set to high pressure for 3 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam once cooking is complete.
- Return to sauté mode, add toasted almonds, and toss gently for one minute.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - For added brightness, squeeze lemon juice over the finished dish.- Swap sliced almonds for walnuts or pecans for a different nutty flavor.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.