A HEALTHY AND TASTY SIDE DISH

                        Lemon-Ginger String Beans


                        1 pointsplus value per serving-prep:12 min-cook:6 min-serves: 4


                         2 tsp olive oil
                         2 medium garlic cloves, minced
                         1Tbsp minced fresh ginger root
                         3 cups string beans ( fresh or frozen and thawed)
                         2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
                         2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest, or to taste                   
                         1/8 tsp. table salt, or to taste
                         1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper, or to taste



                         Heat oil in a large skillet over medium or medium-low heat. Add garlic
                         and ginger and cook,stirring, 1 minute.

                         Add string beans and cook until golden brown,stirring occasionally,
                         about 2 minutes.

                         Add lemon juice and zest; cover and steam until string beans
                         are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.  Season to taste with salt and
                         pepper. Yields about 3/4 cup per serving.

                         Note: You'll need 1 medium lemon to yield the 2 tablespoons of  lemon juice
                         and 2 teaspoons of zest. This dish also works well with snap peas and snow peas.



                         Source: Weight Watchers Weekly

                     


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