Makes: 4 servings
Serving Size: ¾ cup

1 lb fresh or frozen green beans, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
½ tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, minced

1. If using fresh green beans, cook green beans in boiling water for 10 to 12 minutes or steam for 2 to 3 minutes until barely fork tender. Drain well. If using frozen green beans, thaw first.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion until golden.

3. Stir in green beans, salt and pepper. Heat through.

4. Toss with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts
Calories: 64
Fat: 4 g
Saturated fat: less than 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 282 mg.

Contributed by U.S. Department of Health & Human Services