Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter
15 min.
6
125kcal

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Looking for a quick and delicious side dish that will elevate your meal? Look no further than our Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter! This vibrant and refreshing dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect addition to any weeknight dinner or festive gathering.

The combination of tender green beans and sweet corn creates a delightful texture and flavor profile that is sure to please everyone at the table. The star of the show is the zesty lime butter, which adds a burst of citrusy brightness that perfectly complements the vegetables. With just a hint of salt and the aromatic touch of grated lime peel, this dish is both simple and sophisticated.

Whether you're serving it alongside grilled meats, tacos, or a hearty grain bowl, this Green Beans and Corn with Lime Butter is a versatile side that will enhance any meal. Plus, with only 125 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So grab your frying pan and get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful dish that celebrates the fresh flavors of the season.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 12 oz green beans frozen thawed
  • 12 oz corn frozen thawed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  •  juice of lime 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add green beans, corn and salt. Cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are thoroughly heated.
  3. Stir in lime peel and juice.
  4. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories125kcal
Protein8.57%
Fat40.39%
Carbs51.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.33
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.9834782435842%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.74mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.78kcal
6.24%
Fat:6.25g
9.61%
Saturated Fat:3.69g
23.09%
Carbohydrates:17.77g
5.92%
Net Carbohydrates:14.61g
5.31%
Sugar:1.95g
2.16%
Cholesterol:15.05mg
5.02%
Sodium:245.15mg
10.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.98g
5.96%
Vitamin K:24.9µg
23.72%
Vitamin C:12.69mg
15.39%
Fiber:3.16g
12.63%
Vitamin A:571.25IU
11.43%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.68%
Folate:42.15µg
10.54%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.19%
Potassium:294.58mg
8.42%
Magnesium:32.9mg
8.23%
Phosphorus:73.37mg
7.34%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.11%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.9%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.6%
Iron:0.98mg
5.45%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.63%
Copper:0.07mg
3.5%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.09%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.72%
Calcium:25.97mg
2.6%
Selenium:0.87µg
1.25%