Lemon-Pepper Green Beans Recipe

By traciesparks

The perfect partner for a rich main course, these delicious green beans from our Test Kitchen bring a light and refreshing flavor, as well as a dash of color to the table. They’re sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon onion salt
• 1/8 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Preparation

Step 1

Place beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and seasonings until blended. Transfer beans to a serving bowl; drizzle with seasoning mixture and toss to coat. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 3/4 cup equals 92 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 261 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Lemon-Pepper Green Beans in Simple & Delicious January/February 2008, p16