| 1 pound green beans, trimmed |
| 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil |
| 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest |
| Freshly ground pepper to taste |
| 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted (see Tip) |
Tip: To toast sliced almonds, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes. |