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5-Minute Green Beans

Green beans are a rich source of vitamin K, C, and A, as well as health-promoting carotenoid phytonutrients such as beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin. And one cup contains only 44 calories- great reasons to enjoy this easy-to-prepare recipe as part of your Healthiest Way of Eating.

Prep and Cook Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients:

2 lb green beans
4 tsp fresh lemon juice
2-4 medium cloves garlic, chopped
6 TBS extra vigin olive oil
sea salt and pepper to taste

Optional:

2 TBS sliced almonds
4-5 drops tamari soy sauce
1 TBS chopped basil

Directions:

1. Chop garlic and let sit for at least 5 minutes to bring out its health promoting properties.
2. Fill the bottom of a steamer pot with 2 inches of water.
3. While steam is building up in steamer, cut ends off green beans.
4. Steam for 5 minutes. A fork should pierce through them easily when they are done.
5. Transfer to a bowl. For more flavor, toss green beans with the remaining ingredients while they are still hot.