The toasted smoky flavors in this fast saute make it a warm addition to any winter meal.

Servings: 4 servings, 3/4 cup each
Total Time: 20 minutes
Ease of Preparation: Easy
Health: Healthy Weight, Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Low Sat Fat, High Fiber, Low Carb, Low Calorie


Ingredients:

Green Beans with Bacon & Hazelnuts
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 large shallot , minced
1 pound green beans , trimmed
1/2 cup water
2 slices bacon , cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped toasted hazelnuts (see Tip)
1/4 teaspoon salt


Steps:

1: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shallot and cook, stirring, until starting to brown, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add green beans and cook, stirring often, until seared in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Add water; cover, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes for tender-crisp or 6 minutes for tender. Remove from heat and stir in bacon, hazelnuts and salt.

Nutrition: (Per serving)

Calories - 100
Carbohydrates - 12
Fat - 5
Saturated Fat - 1
Monounsaturated Fat - 3
Protein - 5
Cholesterol - 3
Dietary Fiber - 4
Potassium - 305
Sodium - 226
Nutrition Bonus - Vitamin C (35 daily value), Vitamin K (23 dv), Vitamin A (15 dv).

Tip: To toast nuts & seeds on the stovetop: Toast in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

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