Stir-Fried Green Beans

***You can substitute the traditional Green Bean Casserole for this low-fat option during the holidays. The Cream of Mushroom soup, milk and fried onions tend to fatten the traditional casserole up unnecessarily***

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories: 65
Carbohydrates: 11 grams
Fat: 2 grams
Protein: 3 grams
Fiber: 5 grams

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 and 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

1. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet or wok
   
2. Add the green beans and stir-fry 3 minutes
   
3. Add the soy sauce and stir-fry 1 minute
   
4. Add the sugar and stir-fry 30-seconds
   

[Barbara Rolls, Ph.D.]