Orange-Infused Roasted Green Beans & Red Peppers

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From EatingWell:  December 2005/January 2006, EatingWell Serves Two

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

4 servings, 3/4 cup each | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound green beans, trimmed
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 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

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

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 5 fat