Low Carb Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers
Brighten up your dinner table with this Low Carb Sautéed Green Beans with Red Peppers recipe—a vibrant, flavor-packed side dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Tender-crisp green beans and sweet, colorful red bell peppers are perfectly sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil and finished with a zesty touch of fresh lemon juice and parsley. This quick and easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a healthy addition to your holiday spread. With its low-carb profile and simple, wholesome ingredients, this dish is perfect for keto dieters or anyone looking to enjoy a light, veggie-forward accompaniment. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled seafood, or enjoy it on its own for a guilt-free treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by washing the green beans thoroughly under cold running water. Trim off the stem ends using a sharp knife.
Cut the red bell pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and inner membranes, and slice into thin strips.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the minced garlic to the heated oil, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the prepared green beans and red bell pepper slices to the skillet, stirring well to coat them with the garlic-infused oil.
Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper, continuing to sauté for about 10 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp and the red peppers are slightly softened.
Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lemon juice, tossing to combine and distribute the juice evenly.
Transfer the sautéed green beans and red peppers to a serving dish, then sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your delicious, low-carb side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1452 mg | 31% | |
*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.
