FESTIVE GREEN BEAN GREMOLATA

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lbs fresh green beans
• 2 Tbsp avocado oil
• Pink Himalayan salt & black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• GREMOLATA:
  • 1 large shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp avocado or extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tsp. grated orange zest
  • 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • Pink Himalayan salt & black pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Toss green beans with oil, salt and pepper. Roast 25-30 minutes, or to preference.
3. In a medium skillet, toast the almonds lightly over medium heat. Stir often. Set aside.
4. Add the shallots and vinegar together and set aside.
5. In same skillet, heat 2 Tbsp avocado or olive oil on medium heat.
6. Add garlic and rosemary, stirring until garlic lightly browns.
7. Remove from heat and toss with almonds, orange zest and parsley.
8. Add shallots and vinegar. Salt & pepper, to taste.
9. Place green beans in a large bowl and toss with the gremolata.