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Green beans with dried apricots and almonds |
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Green beans are a staple in most homes because they're so affordable and versatile. But instead of just steaming them, try this unique recipe.
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed and cut in half
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 1/2 tsp finely chopped ginger
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots
- 3 Tbsp toasted slivered almonds
- 1 tsp orange zest
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1. Steam or boil the green beans for 2 minutes or until bright green but still crisp. Drain well and place in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the olive oil, garlic and ginger, and sauté over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the apri¬cots, almonds and orange zest. Toss well and serve.
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Nutritional Analysis per Serving
| Calories |
121 |
| Protein |
3 g |
| Fat |
5 g |
| Saturated Fat |
0.6 g |
| Carbohydrates |
15 g |
| Cholesterol |
0 mg |
| Sodium |
7 mg |
| Fiber |
4.8 g |
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Make Ahead: n/a
Serves 4
Nutrition Watch:Green beans are a good source of calcium.
per serving Calories 121 • Protein 3 g • Carbohydrates 15 g • Fiber 4.8 g • Total fat 5 g • Saturated fat 0.6 g • Cholesterol 0 mg • Sodium 7 mg • prep time 5 minutes • cook time 3 minutes • nutrition watch
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