Orange-Infused Roasted Green Beans & Red Peppers
Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the green beans and bell pepper.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4 servings, 3/4 cup each
Ingredients
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1 pound green beans, trimmed
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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Zest of 1 orange
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Directions
1.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Toss green beans, bell pepper and oil in a large bowl. Add orange zest, salt and crushed red pepper to taste; toss to combine. Spread on a large baking sheet. Roast the vegetables, turning once halfway through cooking, until tender and slightly wilted, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition information
Calories 78, Total Fat 4 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 3 g, Sodium 298 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2 g, Potassium 318 mg. Daily Values: Vitamin A 40%, Vitamin C 150%. Exchanges: Vegetable 2,Fat 5.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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