Green Beans with Lemon-Herb Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Green Beans with Lemon-Herb Butter
20 min.
4
102kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that’s both simple to prepare and packed with nutrition? Look no further than our Green Beans with Lemon-Herb Butter! This delightful recipe is perfect for those who appreciate the fresh taste of vegetables while adhering to vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP diets. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a dish that not only complements any main course but also adds a burst of color to your plate.

The star of this recipe is undoubtedly the fresh green beans, which are cooked to perfection and then tossed in a luscious lemon-herb butter that elevates their natural flavor. The combination of melted butter, zesty lemon peel, and aromatic marjoram creates a mouthwatering sauce that clings to each bean, making every bite a delicious experience. With only 102 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy without compromising your health goals.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enhance your weeknight meals, these Green Beans with Lemon-Herb Butter are sure to impress. Garnished with fresh lemon slices, they not only taste amazing but also look stunning on the table. So grab your saucepan and get ready to delight your taste buds with this quick and easy side dish that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 12 oz green beans fresh
  • slices optional: lemon 
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • teaspoon marjoram dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook green beans as directed on package; drain.
  2. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat butter over medium heat until melted and beginning to brown; immediately remove from heat. Stir in lemon peel, marjoram and salt.
  3. Pour over beans; toss to coat.
  4. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories102kcal
Protein6.1%
Fat71.36%
Carbs22.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.38
Glycemic Load
1.7
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.4130435482315%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
0.49mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.38mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
2.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:102.46kcal
5.12%
Fat:8.71g
13.4%
Saturated Fat:5.44g
34%
Carbohydrates:6.19g
2.06%
Net Carbohydrates:3.78g
1.38%
Sugar:2.84g
3.16%
Cholesterol:22.58mg
7.53%
Sodium:218.04mg
9.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.68g
3.35%
Vitamin K:37.46µg
35.68%
Vitamin A:851.88IU
17.04%
Vitamin C:11.96mg
14.5%
Fiber:2.41g
9.63%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.3%
Folate:28.71µg
7.18%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.14%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.46%
Magnesium:21.78mg
5.44%
Potassium:185.6mg
5.3%
Iron:0.91mg
5.08%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.76%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
3.98%
Calcium:35.7mg
3.57%
Phosphorus:35.26mg
3.53%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.17%
Copper:0.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.08%
Zinc:0.22mg
1.45%