Green Beans and Red Peppers

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
53%
Green Beans and Red Peppers
20 min.
2
57kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish that’s quick to prepare? Look no further than our delightful Green Beans and Red Peppers! This colorful dish not only adds a pop of color to your plate but also packs a nutritious punch, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

With just a handful of fresh ingredients, this recipe is a breeze to whip up in under 20 minutes. The crisp-tender green beans provide a satisfying crunch, while the sweet and tangy red bell pepper strips add a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. The addition of honey mustard brings everything together, creating a deliciously zesty dressing that elevates this simple dish to new heights.

Whether you’re following a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, this recipe checks all the boxes, making it a versatile choice for everyone at the table. Plus, with only 57 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! Perfect for busy weeknights or as a colorful side for your next gathering, these Green Beans and Red Peppers are sure to impress. So grab your saucepan and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • cups green beans fresh
  • 0.5 medium bell pepper red cut into 2x1/4-inch strips
  • tablespoon dijon honey mustard 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, place beans in 1 inch water.
  2. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Boil uncovered 5 minutes. Cover and boil 5 to 10 minutes longer or until beans are crisp-tender; drain.
  3. Stir bell pepper and honey mustard into beans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories57kcal
Protein14.87%
Fat4.8%
Carbs80.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39
Glycemic Load
2.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.533043426016%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.32mg
Kaempferol
0.5mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
3.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:56.83kcal
2.84%
Fat:0.33g
0.51%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.45%
Carbohydrates:12.46g
4.15%
Net Carbohydrates:8.87g
3.22%
Sugar:6.34g
7.04%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:45.29mg
1.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.31g
4.62%
Vitamin C:51.5mg
62.42%
Vitamin K:48.76µg
46.44%
Vitamin A:1690.47IU
33.81%
Fiber:3.59g
14.38%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.55%
Folate:49.99µg
12.5%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
12.08%
Potassium:294.87mg
8.42%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.22%
Magnesium:31.07mg
7.77%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.08%
Iron:1.26mg
7.01%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.14%
Vitamin B3:1.1mg
5.49%
Phosphorus:49.53mg
4.95%
Calcium:42.78mg
4.28%
Copper:0.08mg
4.05%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.42%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.26%