Whole30 Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers

Brighten up your Whole30 menu with this vibrant and flavorful sautéed green beans with red peppers recipe! Perfectly crisp-tender green beans and sweet red bell peppers come together in a skillet with fragrant garlic, a hint of red pepper flakes, and a finishing touch of zesty fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, and packed with Whole30-approved ingredients, making it an easy, healthy side dish for any meal. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and serve alongside grilled protein or roasted vegetables for a complete, wholesome feast. Ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining, this nutrient-packed recipe will be a go-to for clean eating enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound fresh green beans
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing and trimming the ends of the green beans. Set them aside to drain excess water.

Step 2

Rinse the red bell pepper under cool water. Cut it in half vertically, remove the stems, seeds, and core, then slice it into thin strips.

Step 3

Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them.

Step 4

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 6

Add the sliced red bell peppers to the skillet. Stirring occasionally, cook for about 3 minutes or until they start to soften.

Step 7

Add the green beans to the skillet, sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss everything well to coat the vegetables in the seasoning and oil.

Step 8

Continue to sauté the green beans and red peppers for another 7-10 minutes, or until the green beans are tender-crisp, adjusting heat as necessary to prevent burning.

Step 9

Once done, remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the sautéed vegetables and toss them gently to combine.

Step 10

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the dish before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish to complement your meal. Enjoy your Whole30 Sauteed Green Beans with Red Peppers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(683.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	453.8

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207.6mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1422.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.5%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 37.9%