Heart-Healthy Savory Green Beans and Potatoes
Elevate your weekly meal plan with this vibrant and nourishing recipe for Heart-Healthy Savory Green Beans and Potatoes. Packed with tender green beans, golden diced red potatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, olive oil, and fresh thyme, this dish strikes the perfect balance between flavor and nutrition. Simmered in low-sodium vegetable broth and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, these veggies come alive with zesty, comforting depth. Finished with a generous sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick and easy side dish is naturally low in sodium and full of heart-friendly ingredients to complement any meal—or stand on its own as a light, satisfying main. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s your go-to recipe for wholesome, flavorful cooking that delights both the palate and the body.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 pound Red potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the diced potatoes and cook for 10 minutes, or until they are just tender. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In the same pot, bring more fresh water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process, then drain again and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Step 4
Add the boiled potatoes and green beans to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the oil and garlic.
Step 5
Pour the vegetable broth over the potatoes and green beans. Add the lemon juice, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 6
Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let the vegetables simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are fully tender and the flavors have melded together.
Step 7
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to evaporate any excess liquid, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 8
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1222.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 765.4 |
| Total Fat 29.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1390.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.8g | |
| Protein 19.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3265.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories