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:

  1. 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
  2. Roast in oven for 20-25 minutes, tossing them halfway through or until desired tenderness

Yield:

  • 6 servings

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