Tropical Green Beans Low Fat
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Tropical Green Beans Low Fat recipe! Crisp green beans are stir-fried to tender perfection alongside sweet, juicy pineapple chunks and colorful red bell peppers, creating a tropical medley that bursts with freshness. Infused with a tangy-sweet sauce made from low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and a touch of honey, this dish delivers bold flavor without the excess calories. Red pepper flakes add optional heat, while fresh cilantro provides a fragrant finishing touch. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, this easy, low-fat recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a healthy addition to your holiday table. Serve it as a side or a light vegetarian entrée—it’s a Caribbean-inspired treat you’ll adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 200 grams pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice, not syrup)
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for cooking)
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash and trim the green beans, removing any tough ends. Set aside.
Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and chop the garlic finely. If using fresh pineapple, cut it into bite-sized chunks.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and optional red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended and set aside.
Heat a large, non-stick skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the teaspoon of olive oil, or skip it for a no-oil version.
Once the skillet is hot, add the garlic and red bell pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant and slightly softened.
Add the green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, or until they are vibrant in color and tender-crisp.
Toss in the pineapple chunks and pour the soy sauce-lime mixture over the vegetables. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1040 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1620 mg | 34% | |
*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.
