Low Sodium Sauteed Green Beans
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this simple yet flavorful recipe for Low Sodium Sautéed Green Beans. Perfectly tender-crisp green beans are brought to life with a fragrant blend of olive oil, minced garlic, and fresh ginger, then brightened with the zesty tang of fresh lemon. A touch of black pepper and optional red pepper flakes add just the right amount of warmth, while keeping the dish heart-healthy and low in sodium. This quick and easy skillet recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is the ideal complement to any meal, offering a vibrant, nutrient-packed side that's both delicious and guilt-free. Serve it fresh and hot to enjoy the ultimate balance of bright flavors and wholesome simplicity.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the green beans thoroughly under cold running water. Trim the ends and remove any strings if present.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute or until they become fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 4
Add the green beans to the skillet, stirring well to coat them in the oil, garlic, and ginger mixture.
Step 5
Pour in the 0.25 cup of water to add a bit of steam, cover the skillet with a lid, and allow the green beans to cook for about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Remove the lid and continue to sauté the green beans for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are tender but still crisp.
Step 7
Stir in the lemon zest and juice, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using), mixing well to combine.
Step 8
Taste the beans and adjust seasoning if necessary, remembering that this is a low sodium dish.
Step 9
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a healthy side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (651.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 436.1 |
| Total Fat 29.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 33.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.5g | |
| Protein 9.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1139.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories