Lemony Green Beans

Lemony Green Beans

 

It is important to eat a variety of vegetables because different vegetables provide different nutrients. Try to include different colored vegetables at each meal. 

lemony green beans
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients:
  • 1 pound fresh green beans, gently rubbed under cold running water, trimmed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Cook green beans by steaming for 5 minutes.
  3. Drain and return to pan.
  4. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to coat.
  5. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Notes: 

Try using this recipe with other vegetables too!

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size (1/4 of recipe):
  • Calories 45
  • Total Fat 1.5g
  • Saturated Fat 0g
  • Cholesterol 0mg
  • Sodium 150mg
  • Total Carbohydrates 8g
  • Fiber 3g
  • Total Sugars 4g, includes 0g Added Sugars
  • Protein 2g
  • Vitamin A 15%
  • Vitamin C 8%
  • Vitamin D 0%
  • Calcium 4%
  • Iron 6%
  • Potassium 6%