Orange-Infused Roasted Green Beans & Red Peppers

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

Recipe 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

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; 0 g added sugars; 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).

Carbohydrate Servings: 1/2

Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 5 fat