Category: Side Dishes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 quarts water
• Sea salt
• 1 lb fresh green or yellow beans or mix of both, trimmed
• 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, passed through a garlic press
• 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and deveined, cut into strips similar in size to the string beans
• 1/2 yellow bell pepper, seeded and deveined, cut into strips similar in size to the string beans
• 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Fresh ground black pepper

Directions

1. Fill a big bowl with cold water and a few handfuls of ice cubes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts salted water to a rolling boil. Add fresh beans and cook until they just turn color – about 4 minutes. Drain the beans and place them in the cold water bath. Drain again and place on a layer of paper towel.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and bell peppers. Sauté briefly and add the drained beans. Cook until all vegetables are heated through. Season with cilantro, sea salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 79, Protein 2g, Carbohydrates 11g, Fiber 4g, Sugar 3g, Fat 3g, Sodium 8mg