Mediterranean Green Beans
Simply delicious. Freshly cooked green beans in a dressing of olive oil, fresh minced garlic, lemon juice and ground pepper
: Serves 4 (1 serving = 1 cup)
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
- Bring water to a boil in large, nonstick skillet; add beans, cook 3 minutes; then drain and set aside.
- Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add oil; add garlic and beans; and sauté for 1 minute.
- 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.