Low Fat Garlic Green Beans
Brighten up your dinner table with this quick and healthy recipe for Low Fat Garlic Green Beans! Featuring tender-crisp green beans tossed with aromatic garlic, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is a flavor-packed side that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and uses minimal olive oil to keep it light and heart-healthy. The secret to vibrant, perfectly cooked beans lies in the blanch-and-shock method, which locks in their vivid green color and crisp texture. Seasoned simply with a touch of salt and black pepper, these garlic-infused beans pair wonderfully with grilled chicken, roasted fish, or your favorite vegetarian mains. Whether you're looking for a low-fat, gluten-free side dish or just a wholesome way to enjoy veggies, these easy garlic green beans are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Start by washing the green beans thoroughly under cold running water. Trim the ends and set aside.
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the green beans. Boil for 3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Remove the green beans from the boiling water. Immediately plunge them into a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This helps preserve their bright color and crisp texture.
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let it turn brown.
Drain the green beans from the ice water and add them to the skillet with the garlic.
Season the green beans with salt and ground black pepper. Toss well to combine all ingredients and heat through for about 4-5 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the lemon juice over the green beans, tossing to coat evenly.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the dish just before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious low-fat garlic green beans.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1177 mg | 25% | |
*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.
