Heart-Healthy Garlic Green Beans
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these *Heart-Healthy Garlic Green Beans*, a simple yet flavorful side dish packed with nutrition and bold, aromatic flavors. Fresh green beans are sautéed in heart-friendly extra-virgin olive oil and infused with the rich aroma of garlic before being gently steamed in low-sodium vegetable broth. A bright splash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty twist, while a touch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances the natural flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is low in sodium, perfect for a heart-healthy diet, and an ideal accompaniment to any main course. For an extra burst of freshness, sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving. These tender-crisp green beans are the perfect way to celebrate eating well without sacrificing deliciousness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 lemon, juiced
- 0.5 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and trim the green beans by snapping off the ends or cutting them with a knife.
In a large skillet, heat extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them with the garlic oil.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, cover the skillet with a lid, and let the beans steam for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Remove the lid and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing any excess liquid to evaporate.
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the green beans, and season with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt. Toss to combine all the flavors.
Transfer the heart-healthy garlic green beans to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm as a nutritious and flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 684 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1240 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
