Green Beans with Almonds

2 servings. 

I found this quick and easy preparation brings out the flavor of this vegetable

INGREDIENTS:

• ½ pound green beans (See Note)

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, approximately

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

• Crushed red pepper, optional

• ¼ cup sliced blanched almonds, toasted

PREPARATION:

1. Trim and discard the stem ends of the beans and rinse. 

2. Heat the oil in a wok or skillet, add the beans and sauté, covered, over medium high heat, stirring from time to time, until the beans are just tender, about 5 minutes (it will depend on how young and fresh the beans are).  

3. Season to taste with lemon juice, salt, pepper and combine with the almonds.

NOTE:

I prefer the thin string beans known as Haricots Verts, if you can find them.