Red Pepper and Pesto Green Beans

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
82%
Red Pepper and Pesto Green Beans
45 min.
4
122kcal

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If you're searching for a delicious and healthy side dish that checks all the boxes, look no further than our Red Pepper and Pesto Green Beans. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in. With a remarkable health score of 82, this vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free recipe not only tastes fantastic but is also very healthy, making it a guilt-free addition to your meal planning.

The combination of crisp green beans and sweet, roasted red bell peppers provides a delightful texture contrast, while the homemade pesto made from fresh parsley and unsalted pistachios adds a rich, nutty flavor that elevates the dish. The hint of garlic and zesty lemon juice brings everything together, creating a perfect balance that will impress family and friends alike. Plus, with only 122 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delectable dish without worrying about your waistline.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a fantastic way to introduce more veggies into your meals. Pair these flavorful green beans with your favorite main course, or serve them as a vibrant condiment, dip, or spread. Get ready to savor the taste of a truly healthy and scrumptious dish that celebrates the best of nature's ingredients!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove 
  • pound green beans trimmed
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • tablespoon olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup parsley 
  •  bell pepper red sliced
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup pistachios unsalted
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place jelly-roll pan on bottom rack of oven. Preheat to 45
  2. Toss green beans, bell pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; spread on pan.
  3. Bake 8 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Pulse parsley, pistachios, water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, lemon juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and garlic clove in food processor. Toss with bean mixture.

Nutrition Facts

Calories122kcal
Protein12.63%
Fat49.53%
Carbs37.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35
Glycemic Load
2.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
17.724782497987%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
16.16mg
Luteolin
0.41mg
Kaempferol
0.63mg
Myricetin
1.27mg
Quercetin
3.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:122.17kcal
6.11%
Fat:7.43g
11.43%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.26%
Carbohydrates:12.77g
4.26%
Net Carbohydrates:8.02g
2.92%
Sugar:5.68g
6.31%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:231.08mg
10.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.26g
8.53%
Vitamin K:176.35µg
167.96%
Vitamin C:63.32mg
76.75%
Vitamin A:2365.85IU
47.32%
Manganese:0.4mg
19.96%
Fiber:4.75g
19%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.49%
Folate:66.95µg
16.74%
Potassium:426.9mg
12.2%
Iron:2.11mg
11.71%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.4%
Magnesium:44.43mg
11.11%
Vitamin E:1.67mg
11.11%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.99%
Copper:0.2mg
9.85%
Phosphorus:92.58mg
9.26%
Vitamin B3:1.33mg
6.67%
Calcium:64.41mg
6.44%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.27%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.12%
Selenium:1.6µg
2.28%
Source:My Recipes