Basil-Garlic Green Beans

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed and halved
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 - 1/3 fresh basil, chopped
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook green beans in boiling water until crisp tender, 6 minutes; drain and place in cold water to cool quickly; drain again.
  2. Heat oil in pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add garlic, stir 30 seconds.
  4. Add beans, saute until heated- 8 minutes.
  5. Add basil, stir 2 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

376 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 30.2g 39% DV
Carbs 24.2g 9% DV
Fiber 10.8g 39% DV
Sugar 2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9851.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 720mg 15% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 158.3mcg 18% DV
Vitamin C 1.2mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 578.3mg 44% DV
Iron 23.6mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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