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      5. Mediterranean Green Beans

      Mediterranean Green Beans

      Simply delicious. Freshly cooked green beans in a dressing of olive oil, fresh minced garlic, lemon juice and ground pepper
      Mediterranean green beans wide enlarged

      : Serves 4 (1 serving = 1 cup)

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      Ingredients

      • 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed to 1- to 2-inch pieces
      • ¾ cup water
      • 2 ½ teaspoons olive oil
      • 3 fresh garlic cloves, minced
      • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
      • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

        • Nutrition Per Serving

        Calories 71 cal
        Total Fat 3 g
        Saturated Fat 0 g
        Trans Fat 0 g
        Cholesterol 0 mg
        Sodium 2 mg
        Carbohydrates 10 g
        Protein 2 g
        Phosphorus 37 mg
        Potassium 186 mg
        Dietary Fiber 3.7 g
        Calcium 55 mg

        Directions

        1. Bring water to a boil in large, nonstick skillet; add beans, cook 3 minutes; then drain and set aside.
        2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add oil; add garlic and beans; and sauté for 1 minute.
        3. Add juice and pepper and sauté 1 minute longer.

         TIP: Use lemon juice instead of salt to bring out the flavors in food.

        Contributed by: Michelle Suddath, Dietitian. Originally published in Renal Culinary Gourmet Cookbook.

      "It’s a lifestyle—not a diet. You can eat out. You can go to a party. It’s doable!"

      —Diana Croxton

      Registered Dietitian, LD/N
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