Herbed Green and Wax Beans

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
3%
Herbed Green and Wax Beans
45 min.
4
75kcal

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Looking to elevate your side dish game with a burst of fresh flavor? Herbed Green and Wax Beans are a delightful choice that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also caters to a variety of dietary needs. This vibrant dish is vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it perfect for gatherings or a healthy everyday meal.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a visually stunning plate that showcases the deliciousness of perfectly cooked green and yellow wax beans. The combination of thyme and parsley, tied together with bay leaf, infuses your beans with a fragrant aroma while imparting earthy, herbal notes. The simplicity of the ingredients allows the natural sweetness of the beans to shine through, while a touch of olive oil and butter adds a silky richness that complements both textures.

Imagine serving this colorful medley alongside your favorite main dishes, adding not just nutrition but also a pop of color to your meal. Each serving contains only 75 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to your dining table. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking to add a quick side to your weeknight dinner, these Herbed Green and Wax Beans are sure to impress. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the satisfaction of a wholesome, flavorful dish that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  •  bay leaf 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon butter softened
  • 0.5 pound green beans trimmed
  • tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
  •  parsley sprigs 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  •  thyme sprigs 
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 pound turtle beans fresh yellow trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Tie thyme, parsley, and bay leaf together with twine.
  2. Place in a large skillet with 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; cook 1 minute.
  3. Add beans; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 8 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  4. Drain well; discard herbs.
  5. Place beans in a bowl.
  6. Add oil and remaining ingredients; toss well to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories75kcal
Protein11.47%
Fat47.3%
Carbs41.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.25
Glycemic Load
1.95
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
7.7221740077695%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.18mg
Luteolin
0.54mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.22mg
Quercetin
1.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:75.17kcal
3.76%
Fat:4.28g
6.58%
Saturated Fat:0.84g
5.26%
Carbohydrates:8.38g
2.79%
Net Carbohydrates:5.79g
2.11%
Sugar:1.86g
2.06%
Cholesterol:1.34mg
0.45%
Sodium:159.87mg
6.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.33g
4.67%
Vitamin K:43.14µg
41.08%
Vitamin C:21.77mg
26.38%
Folate:77.46µg
19.37%
Vitamin A:540.82IU
10.82%
Fiber:2.59g
10.37%
Iron:1.49mg
8.27%
Magnesium:32.44mg
8.11%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.98%
Potassium:251.77mg
7.19%
Calcium:54.73mg
5.47%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.07%
Copper:0.1mg
4.86%
Phosphorus:45.11mg
4.51%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.26%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.84%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.2%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.67%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.25%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.38%
Source:My Recipes