Garlic Sautéed Green Beans With Dijon Vinaigrette
This recipe for garlic sautéed green beans is tossed in a homemade dijon vinaigrette for an easy, healthy and incredibly flavorful vegetable side dish. Finish with toasted almonds and fresh herbs. Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 30 minutes!

Pairing green beans and dijon mustard will always remind me of my dear friend in New York. I hosted a dinner party during my first winter living there, and I remember she made a green bean and dijon salad that was so flavourful!
I was wowed at how well the two ingredients paired with one another, and it’s what inspired me to make these Garlic Sautéed Green Beans with Dijon Vinaigrette today 🙂
This recipe is super simple to make – just sauté some fresh green beans with garlic, then toss them in a homemade dijon and white wine vinaigrette. Everything is then topped with toasted almonds, a sprinkle of parsley, and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
It’s the perfect healthy vegetable side dish recipe for holiday gatherings, or simply a weeknight dinner. As a dietitian, I am all about showing you how veggies can taste amazing. I hope you enjoy this one!
Want more side dish inspiration? Check out my roundup of 20+ easy, healthy vegetable side dish recipes for more ideas!
Ingredients Needed
All you need to make this easy green bean recipe are 11 simple ingredients:
- green beans
- garlic
- olive oil
- almonds
- parsley
- white wine vinegar
- dijon mustard
- garlic powder
- lemons
- salt
- pepper
How To Sauté Green Beans
Sautéing green beans on the stove is a super easy and fast way to prepare them!
- Start by washing and drying the green beans, and by snapping off the ends.
- Then, heat a large frying pan or skillet over medium, and add olive oil and minced garlic.
- Once the garlic starts to brown, add green beans and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring around frequently.
- While the green beans cook, you can toast the almonds and prepare the dijon vinaigrette!
How To Toast Almonds
Toasting almonds (or any nut) brings out so much more flavour than you’ll find in the raw version. It’s one of my favourite ways to add flavour and crunch to a recipe!
- Start by chopping the almonds into small pieces, then transfer them to a pan heated over medium.
- There is NO need to add any oil. Simply move the nuts around frequently with a spatula, making sure they don’t burn.
- After about 7-10 minutes, the almonds should be lightly browned, toasted, and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
How To Make Dijon Vinaigrette
Preparing the homemade dijon vinaigrette is equally as easy as the above steps.
Simply mix extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic powder, lemon, salt, and pepper into a small jar. Put a lid on the jar and shake vigorously.
Once the green beans are done, top them with the dijon vinaigrette, toasted almonds, and chopped parsley. Toss everything together well and serve with lemon wedges!
Green Bean Nutrition Benefits
Green beans are a great source of different vitamins including:
- vitamin C
- vitamin A
- vitamin K
- vitamin B6
- vitamin E
- B-vitamins
They are also a source of essential minerals, like:
- calcium
- iron
- manganese
- phosphorus
- potassium
- zinc
Green beans are also a good source of dietary fibre, with 1 cup of green beans providing almost 4 grams (13% of your daily needs). Fibre plays a role in heart health, blood sugar control, and digestive function!
More Easy Veggie Side Dish Recipes
- Carrot Parsnip & Potato Mash
- Quinoa Stuffed Delicata Squash With Kale
- Roasted Broccoli Salad With Cranberry Farro & Feta
- Balsamic Roasted Beets With Goat Cheese & Walnuts
- Easy Roasted Zucchini With Parmesan & Basil
- Juicy Oven-Roasted Radishes
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Ingredients
- 1-1.5 lbs green beans
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt + pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, to serve if desired
Dijon Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar
- 3 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash, dry, and remove ends from green beans. Mince garlic, chop almonds, and chop parsley.
- Heat a large pan or skillet over medium heat, and add olive oil and garlic. Sauté for ~2 minutes, until the garlic starts to brown. Add green beans and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring every minute or two. Green beans should be tender but still crunchy when done.
- While green beans cook, make the dijon vinaigrette by combining all vinaigrette ingredients into a jar and shaking vigorously. Set aside.
- Toast almonds in a separate pan. Heat over medium and add chopped almonds (no oil is needed). Stir almonds frequently, for about 7-10 minutes. Make sure not to burn – almonds should be lightly browned, toasted, and fragrant. Remove from heat once done.
- Top green beans with dijon vinaigrette, toasted almonds, and chopped parsley. Mix everything together well, and serve with lemon wedges (if desired). Feel free to add more salt + pepper if needed!
Notes
Nutrition
As a dietitian, I create recipes with whole food ingredients that provide the nutrients needed for optimal health. My nutrition philosophy does not focus on numbers; however, I understand that this information can be helpful.
Do note that the nutrition info provided is an estimate and I cannot guarantee correctness of the displayed values. These numbers will differ depending on brands used, recipe modifications, and amount eaten. If you require specific nutrition information due to medical reasons, please consult with your dietitian or physician.
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14 Comments on “Garlic Sautéed Green Beans With Dijon Vinaigrette”
Made these for a dinner party and they were a huge hit <3
So happy to hear that Natalie!! I made them twice over Thanksgiving and I need a reason to make them again <3
Great flavor combination! I’ve added this to my recipe book.
Thank you so much, Julie! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one!! It’s one of my favourite sides. Hope you have a lovely Sunday 🙂
Made these for dinner and they were delicious! Loved the vinaigrette.
Hi Isabelle! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed these green beans!! Thank you so much for sharing your experience 🙂
I’ve made this beautiful dish and complately fell in love. The freshness of green beans and amazing dressing are just spot on and almonds…who doesn’t like them? Love
Hi Kasia! Thank you so much for the kind comment. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this one. I so appreciate you sharing that 🙂
Could this be made with frozen green beans and still be as good please?
Hi Wendy,
I haven’t personally made it with frozen green beans but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work! It may change the texture slightly, but that’s about it 🙂
Bye bye green bean casserole! Oh my word this is my new absolute favorite green bean recipe! I will be adding it to my Thanksgiving repertoire in place of green bean casserole! A+ for this recipe!
Hi Donna! Ah thank you SO much for the kind words on this recipe!!! I’m so so happy to hear you enjoyed this one. I once made this TWICE over thanksgiving (for 2 dinners) I loved it so much ahah. I hope you enjoy it for your Thanksgiving dinner this year 🙂
I made a test batch and my daughters eat them all…I only got 3 beans…3…that’s not right…
Hi Jim! Thanks for sharing. That sounds like the recipe was a hit to me 🙂