Fresh Green Beans and Bell Peppers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 3 shallots, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
Fresh Green Beans and Bell Peppers
Featured in the Honolulu Star-Advertiser on November 16. 2011.
Ingredients:
Directions:
- Heat oil in medium pan.
- Add green beans, bell pepper, and remaining ingredients and sauté over medium-high heat; toss to coat.
- Add 1/4 cup water.
- Cook, covered, 4 to 6 minutes; uncover and cook, stirring often, 1 to 2 more minutes or until water is evaporated and beans are crisp-tender.
Makes 8 servings.
Approximate Nutrient Analysis per serving:
70 calories, 3.5 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 125 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 2 g protein
