Tangy green beans
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size About 2/3 cup
Calories 42
| Amount Per Serving | ||
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.5 g | |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | |
| Total fat | 2 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | |
| Protein | 1 g | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
| Calories: | 2,000 | 2,500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | Less than | 65g | 80g | |
| Saturated Fat | Less than | 20g | 25g | |
| Cholesterol | Less than | 300mg | 300 mg | |
| Sodium | Less than | 2,400mg | 2,400mg | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300g | 375g | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 25g | 30g | ||
Calories per gram:
Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4
Green beans, also called string beans or snap beans, are one of the most popular vegetables. They are low in calories and filling.
Ingredients
(Serves 10)- 1 1/2 pounds green beans, fresh, frozen or canned
- 1/3 cup diced sweet red bell peppers
- 4 1/2 teaspoons olive oil or canola oil
- 4 1/2 teaspoons water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Cook beans and red peppers in a steamer basket over water until crisp-tender. Whisk together all remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Transfer beans to a serving bowl. Add dressing and stir to coat.
Last Updated: June 5th, 2015
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