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Green Beans with Pesto ~ Fresh green beans tossed with homemade basil pesto.

Green Beans with Pesto

Fresh green beans tossed with homemade basil pesto. Ready in minutes!
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: brunch, dairy free, Easter, healthy, Mother's Day, quick and easy, side dish, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 37kcal
Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon salt for the cooking water
  • 1/2 pound fresh green beans trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon Basil Pesto or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese grated, optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Fill a medium saucepan with water. Set on the stovetop over high heat. Add the salt and bring to a boil. Add the green beans to the boiling water.  Cook for 3-4 minutes, to al dente consistency. Transfer the hot green beans to a colander in the sink. Rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and drain thoroughly.
  • Return the green beans to the pan. Add the pesto and toss to coat; adjust the amount to suit your personal preference.
  • Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 37kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 477IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1mg
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