Green Beans with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Walnuts
Description
A bed of crisp green beans showcases the striking flavors of olives, sun-dried tomatoes and walnuts in this attention-grabbing dish.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup California walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, or oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 3/4 pound green beans, fresh, ends trimmed
- 1/4 cup mixed olives, pitted, coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, smoked or plain
PREPARATION
- Place walnuts in a large skillet set over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Heat oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add green beans and cook for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently.
- Add olives, tomatoes, lemon juice and salt; cook for a minute or two more until all ingredients are hot.
- Sprinkle with walnuts and serve.
NUTRITION
- Calories: 170 cal
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Sodium: 610 mg
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g