Keto Green Bean Casserole with Almonds
Let’s be real, girl—this Keto Green Bean Casserole with Almonds is basically your glow-up in casserole form. It’s crunchy, creamy, dairy-free, and delicious enough to make Aunt Karen shut up mid-bite. The roasted almonds bring drama, texture, and that nutty finish you didn’t know you needed. Green beans stay snappy, the sauce is smooth and scandalously plant-based, and somehow it’s all still keto. Serve it with pride, sass, and maybe wine. Whether you’re feeding judgmental relatives or just yourself in pajama pants, this dish delivers every time—with no moo, no gluten, and no culinary heartbreak.
Keto Green Bean Casserole with Almonds
A low-carb, dairy-free, flavor-loaded casserole with green beans and toasted almonds—savory, creamy, nutty, and totally vegan. Comfort food that gets you.
Ingredients
- 1 lb green beans trimmed and ready for action
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp arrowroot powder
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ cup slivered almonds toasted
- ½ cup crispy vegan onions optional but fabulous
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Light a candle and set the mood.
- Blanch green beans for 4 minutes. Ice bath them like they just finished hot yoga.
- Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until golden and slightly dramatic.
- In a bowl, whisk almond milk, arrowroot, yeast, salt, pepper, and thyme until silky smooth.
- Pour mixture into skillet. Stir over medium heat until thick and ready to commit.
- Add green beans and half the almonds. Toss gently like you mean it.
- Pour into a baking dish. Top with remaining almonds and crispy onions.
- Bake for 30 minutes until golden, bubbly, and slightly seductive.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes. Or don’t. Burn your tongue. Live your truth.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 235
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin K: 30%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Iron: 15%
- Calcium: 10%
- Magnesium: 12%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use coconut milk for a richer, creamier vibe—if you’re into that.
- Add mushrooms for earthy realness and extra nutrients.
- Almond flour sprinkled on top adds a bonus crunch layer.
- Pairs perfectly with a mocktail or mild sarcasm.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container, but let’s be honest—you probably won’t have any.
