Microwaved Fresh Green Beans

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Steaming green beans in the microwave is quick and convenient, helping you to get dinner on the table in minutes. This basic recipe is a great starting point for the seasoning of your choice--a little butter, toasted nuts or a creamy sauce.

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Carolyn Malcoun
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Carolyn Malcoun

As EatingWell's Associate Editorial Director, Carolyn Malcoun searches for cool farmers, chefs and other food stories to tell. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and a culinary arts degree from New England Culinary Institute. She started at EatingWell as an intern in the Test Kitchen in 2005 and joined the editorial team soon after.

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Nut-Free Dairy-Free Low-Sodium Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed

  • 1/4 cup broth or water

Directions

  1. Place beans in a large microwave-safe dish. Add broth (or water).

  2. Cover and microwave on High for 4 minutes.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, November 2017

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

27 Calories
7g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 27
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin A 273IU 5%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Calcium 55mg 4%
Iron 1mg 3%
Magnesium 0mg 0%
Potassium 273mg 6%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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