Green Beans with Tomatoes and Basil
Green beans get a flavor boost from fresh or dried parsley and basil, canned tomatoes, and onion.
- 6 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Green Beans with Tomatoes and Basil
Green beans get a flavor boost from fresh or dried parsley and basil, canned tomatoes, and onion.
- 6 Servings
- $3.00 - $5.99
Ingredients
- 6 cups green beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes, low-sodium
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- salt and pepper
Steps
1
Wash hands with soap and water.
2
Cook beans in a large saucepan of boiling water for 5 minutes; beans will still be crisp. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Set aside.
3
In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes until softened.
4
Add tomatoes, basil, and parsley. Cook 3 minutes to heat and combine flavors.
5
Stir beans into pan and cook 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper (optional).
Ingredients
Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Calories | 73 |
| Total Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2 g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
| Linoleic Acid | 0 g |
| α-Linolenic Acid | 0.1 g |
| Omega 3 - EPA | 0 mg |
| Omega 3 - DHA | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 12 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 4 g |
| Total Sugars | 6 g |
| Added Sugars included | 0 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium | 68 mg |
| Potassium | 392 mg |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Copper | 133 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 37 mg |
| Phosphorus | 61 mg |
| Selenium | 1 mcg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A | 46 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 22 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 31 mcg |
| Folate | 47 mcg DFE |
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin | 1 mg |
| Choline | 23 mg |
Source:
- University of Maryland Extension
- Food Supplement Nutrition Education Program