Seasoned Green Beans

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
63%
Seasoned Green Beans
45 min.
4
59kcal

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Looking for a healthy and delicious side dish that will elevate your meals without weighing you down? Look no further than these seasoned green beans! With a health score of 63, this dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with nutrients. Each serving is a mere 59 calories, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal.

Imagine vibrant green beans, perfectly steamed to retain their crunch, tossed with fresh, aromatic ingredients like thyme, minced garlic, and vibrant tomatoes. This recipe brings together the earthiness of fresh parsley and the savory touch of reduced-fat, low-salt ham, creating a flavor explosion that's both satisfying and heart-healthy. The use of less-sodium beef broth enhances the taste without the extra sodium, making this dish a smart choice for health-conscious eaters.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a delightful side dish that serves four people, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of textures and flavors not only pleases the palate but also adds a colorful splash to your plate. By opting for lean ham instead of traditional ham hock, you can enjoy all the flavor without the fat. Dive into this nutritious recipe and discover how easy it is to enjoy healthy, homemade meals that taste incredible!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • pound green beans fresh
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoon garlic minced
  • 0.3 cup less-sodium beef broth 
  • ounces low-salt ham diced reduced-fat
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 1.8 cups tomatoes peeled seeded coarsely chopped ( 2 tomatoes)

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • steamer basket

Directions

  1. Trim stem end from beans. Arrange beans in a steamer basket over boiling water; cover and steam 10 minutes.
  2. Combine tomato and next 3 ingredients in a large saucepan. Cook, uncovered, over medium heat 3 minutes, stirring often. Stir in beans, parsley, thyme, and pepper. Cover and cook over low heat 10 minutes or until beans are tender.
  3. Tip: When you season fresh beans with lean ham instead of ham hock, you get all of the flavor but none of the fat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein20.65%
Fat6.52%
Carbs72.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35
Glycemic Load
2.33
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.560434859084%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.19mg
Kaempferol
0.55mg
Myricetin
0.49mg
Quercetin
3.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.36kcal
2.97%
Fat:0.51g
0.79%
Saturated Fat:0.11g
0.71%
Carbohydrates:12.89g
4.3%
Net Carbohydrates:8.57g
3.12%
Sugar:6.24g
6.94%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:199.28mg
8.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.65g
7.31%
Vitamin K:89.11µg
84.87%
Vitamin C:26.62mg
32.26%
Vitamin A:1084.03IU
21.68%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.86%
Fiber:4.32g
17.27%
Iron:2.67mg
14.86%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.53%
Potassium:506.64mg
14.48%
Folate:49.59µg
12.4%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.82%
Magnesium:41.99mg
10.5%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.66%
Vitamin B3:1.82mg
9.1%
Calcium:84.47mg
8.45%
Copper:0.17mg
8.35%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.1%
Phosphorus:70.3mg
7.03%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.93%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.2%
Selenium:0.91µg
1.3%
Source:My Recipes