[NEW] Spicy Peanut Green Beans

A luscious, Asian-style peanut sauce is the perfect way to perk up green beans to take them from a simple side to a genuine treat. Make extra—they reheat nicely and make a fantastic snack.
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Prep Time: 20 min.
Cook Time:
Total Time: 20 mins
4 Servings
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[NEW] Spicy Peanut Green Beans

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. green beans, trimmed
  • 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter
  • 2 Tbsp. tamari
  • 1 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 1 Tbsp. water
  • 2 Tbsp. peanut oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger ½ tsp. red pepper flakes, or to taste

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Instructions

  1. Steam the green beans just until tender (4-5 minutes). Rinse under cold water immediately and set aside.
  2.  In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, tamari, sesame oil, and water. Set aside.
  3. Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant (30 seconds).
  4. Add the beans to the skillet and cook until lightly browned (2-3 minutes). Add peanut butter mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings per container
Serving size 145 g
Amount per serving
Calories 181
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.4g 18%
Saturated Fat 2.3g 13%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 357.7mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate 10.6g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3.82g 14%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 5.1g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 48.5mg 4%
Iron 1.6mg 10%
Potassium 299.6mg 6%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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