Green Beans with Red Onion

Servings = 4 | Serving size =4 ounces green beans

This recipe can be multiplied by 2.

This recipe keeps well for about 48 hours in the fridge and is good served cold at picnics.

Place the water in a large stock pot over high heat. When the water is at a slow boil reduce the heat until the water shivers. Add the green beans and blanch for about 7 - 10 minutes until al denté.

While the beans are cooking place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spread and as it melts toss in the red onion. Cook slowly and reduce the heat if the onion is turning brown. Stir frequently.

When the beans are done remove them from the blanching water and shake off the excess water. Add them to the red onions with the salt, thyme and black pepper.

Cook over medium heat for about two minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 4 ounces green beans | Servings 4

Calories 64 | Calories from Fat 25

Amount Per Serving (% Daily Value)

Total Fat 3g (4%) | Saturated Fat 1g (4%)

Monounsaturated Fat 1g | Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0 mg (0 %) | Sodium 128 mg (5 %)

Total Carbohydrates 9g (3%) | Sugars 2g

Dietary Fiber 4g (16%) | Protein 2g

Vitamin A 23% | Vitamin C 32 % | Calcium 5% | Iron 8%

Vitamin K 23 mcg  | Potassium  257 mg | Magnesium  30 mg