These green beans make a great side dish to any meal. This recipe is high in fiber, which helps maintain bowel health, helps control blood sugar and aids in achieving a healthy weight.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. fresh green beans
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped fine (or 2 tsp garlic powder)
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. On a baking sheet, place the green beans in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic, and parmesan. Toss beans to coat
- Roast in oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing them halfway through or until desired tenderness
Yield:
Nutrition Information Per Serving:
- Calories: 72 calories
- Protein: 3 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Carbohydrate: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Fat: 4 g
- Sat Fat: 1 g
Recipe by Alyssa Tisdale, Dietetic Intern