Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.

In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Drain the green beans from the ice water and add them to the skillet with the garlic. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.

Remove from heat and sprinkle the toasted almonds on top before serving.