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Tangy green beans

Called string beans, snap beans or green beans, this low-calorie vegetable helps dinner feel like a meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: About 2/3 cup
Calories: 39
Serving size About 2/3 cup
Calories 39
Monounsaturated fat 1.5 g
Saturated fat 0.3 g
Total fat 2 g
Sodium 67 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.

Ingredients

(Serves 10)

  • 1 1/2 pounds green beans, fresh, frozen or canned
  • 1/3 cup diced sweet red bell peppers
  • For dressing

  • 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

In a steamer basket over boiling water, cook beans and red peppers 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: August 22nd, 2023


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