Dilled Carrots and Green Beans

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Dilled Carrots and Green Beans
45 min.
6
72kcal

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Are you looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that effortlessly complements any meal? Look no further than our Dilled Carrots and Green Beans! This delightful vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish, but it also bursts with flavor and nutrition.

Imagine a colorful medley of tender, crisp baby carrots and fresh green beans, seasoned to perfection with aromatic dillweed and finished with a touch of sautéed onion for added depth. This dish is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s also a tantalizing treat for your taste buds while remaining light on calories at just 72 kcal per serving.

Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or even a simple weeknight meal, Dilled Carrots and Green Beans provides a satisfying crunch and a lovely pop of color on your plate. Children and adults alike will appreciate the fresh flavors and appealing presentation that this side dish brings to the table.

So gather your fresh produce and get ready to elevate your dining experience with this scrumptious side dish that promotes healthy eating without sacrificing taste. You’ll find that it’s not only good for the body but also a wonderful way to celebrate the joys of home-cooked meals!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound baby carrots whole
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon dillweed dried
  • pound green beans fresh trimmed
  • tablespoons onion diced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook first 5 ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  2. Drain.
  3. Remove from pan; keep warm.
  4. Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat; add onion, and saut until tender.
  5. Add vegetables; toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories72kcal
Protein8.82%
Fat46.29%
Carbs44.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.5
Glycemic Load
1.56
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
10.664347705634%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.36mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
2.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:71.67kcal
3.58%
Fat:4.01g
6.16%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.29%
Carbohydrates:8.74g
2.91%
Net Carbohydrates:5.54g
2.01%
Sugar:4.41g
4.9%
Cholesterol:10.03mg
3.34%
Sodium:260.09mg
11.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.72g
3.44%
Vitamin A:5855.73IU
117.11%
Vitamin K:36.4µg
34.67%
Fiber:3.21g
12.82%
Vitamin C:10.49mg
12.72%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.42%
Folate:35.93µg
8.98%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.59%
Potassium:257.88mg
7.37%
Iron:1.17mg
6.47%
Magnesium:23.88mg
5.97%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.59%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.03%
Copper:0.1mg
4.91%
Calcium:44.74mg
4.47%
Phosphorus:41.85mg
4.19%
Vitamin B3:0.77mg
3.87%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.31%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.79%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.75%
Selenium:0.86µg
1.23%
Source:My Recipes