Orange-Infused Roasted Green Beans & Red Peppers

Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the green beans and bell pepper.

From EatingWell: December 2005/January 2006, EatingWell Serves Two
Yield: 4 servings, 3/4 cup each
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

1. 1 pound green beans, trimmed
2. 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
3. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4. Zest of 1 orange
5. 1/2 teaspoon salt
6. 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss green beans, bell pepper and oil in a large bowl. Add orange zest, salt and crushed red pepper to taste; toss to combine. Spread on a large baking sheet. Roast the vegetables, turning once halfway through cooking, until tender and slightly wilted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Nutrition Per Serving: 78 calories; 4 g fat (1 g sat, 3 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 11 g carbohydrates; 2 g protein; 5 g fiber; 298 mg sodium; 318 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (150% daily value), Vitamin A (40% dv), Vitamin K (23% dv).

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 5 fat