Sesame Garlic Ginger Green Beans

June 15, 2015

Last week I shared a divine recipe for Honey Lemon Chicken. The only problem with the recipe is that it lacks veggies. Does anyone else face this same dilemma, trying to pair main dishes with sides? Thankfully, these Sesame Garlic Ginger Green Beans offer a quick, simple and flavorful solution to our side dish conundrum. Just saute up frozen green beans (remember, this is a quick side dish - fresh green beans are great, but more labor-intensive), add the flavorful sauce, then garnish with toaste

1 T. olive oil
1 lb. frozen green beans
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 t. ground ginger
2 T. low sodium soy sauce
2 t. rice wine vinegar
2 t. sesame seeds, toasted (I toasted mine in a small, dry saute pan until lightly browned but you can also buy toasted sesame seeds)

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the green beans and saute, stirring occasionally, about 7-10 minutes until the green beans are lightly browned. Meanwhile, combine the garlic,...
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Nutritions

Calories
874

Sodium
285mg
11% DV

Fat
54g
84% DV

Protein
26g
53% DV

Carbs
37g
12% DV

Fiber
18g
73% DV