Green Beans with Lemon-Butter Breadcrumbs

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon sea salt, plus 1/4 teaspoon, divided
• 1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
• Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. 1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add panko; stir constantly for 2 minutes or until golden. Remove from heat. Stir in zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
2. 2. Fill a large saucepan 2/3 full of water; bring to a boil. Add remaining 1 tablespoon salt. Add beans; cook 2 minutes. Fill a large bowl 2/3 full of ice water. Transfer beans to ice water to cool; drain.
3. 3. Add oil to a skillet over medium heat. Add beans; sauté, stirring constantly, 3 minutes or until heated. Add lemon juice and almonds; sauté 1 minute. Season with pepper. Add panko topping; serve.