Green Beans with Basil and Mint

By tammy1365

BHG

Ingredients

• 6 6
• cups water
• 2 2
• pounds fresh green beans, trimmed if desired
• 2 2
• cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 1/2
• cup shredded fresh basil
• 1/3 1/3
• cup shredded fresh mint
• 1 1
• small red sweet pepper, chopped
• 2 2
• tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 1/2
• teaspoon salt

Preparation

Step 1

In 4-quart Dutch oven bring water to boiling. Add green beans and return to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 7 to 8 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender, adding garlic the last minute of cooking. Drain.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine basil, mint, sweet pepper, olive oil, and salt. Add drained green beans and garlic. Toss gently to combine. Makes 8 servings.
Nutrition Facts (Green Beans with Basil and Mint)
Per serving: 71 kcal cal., 4 g fat (1 g sat. fat, 2 g monounsatured fat), 154 mg sodium, 9 g carb., 4 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 2 g pro. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet