Thursday, June 27, 2013

[Healthy_Recipes_For_Diabetic_Friends] Romano Bean Salad - 17.3g Carbs, 7.8g Fiber

 

Romano Bean Salad - 17.3g Carbs, 7.8g Fiber

From: Allrecipes.com - Submitted By: Chef John

"Romano beans are similar to green beans and make a great side dish
when marinated with garlic, mint, olive oil, and vinegar."
Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 10 Min
Ready In: 4 Hours 20 Min
Servings: 2

1 lb fresh romano or green beans, trimmed
2 cloves garlic, sliced
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 fresh mint leaves, torn
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 Tbsp white wine vinegar
2 mint leaves, for garnish

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add beans and
cook uncovered until nearly tender, about 5 minutes. Drain well, and
set aside in a large bowl.

2. Smash garlic, olive oil, mint, and salt using mortar and pestle.

3. Pour vinegar and half of olive oil mixture over beans and toss well.

4. Transfer beans to a resealable freezer bag. Pour remaining olive oil
mixture into bag, squeeze out all air, seal and refrigerate for a minimum
of 4 hours.

5. Remove beans from refrigerator, top with fresh mint and serve.

Servings: 2
Nutrition per Serving:
195 Calories, 13.8g Total Fat, 0mg Cholesterol, 210mg Sodium,
17.3g Total Carbs, 7.8g Dietary Fiber, 4.4g Protein

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