Italian Flat Beans with Garlic Spread 
| Diabetes-friendly Recipe | X |
This recipe contains:
Fat: No more than 15g
Saturated Fat: No more than 5g
Cholesterol: No more than 300 mg
Sodium: No more than 1000 mg
Carbohydrates: No more than 50g
Total Sugars: No more than 25g total sugars; limit to 35g in desserts
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| Low-Carb Recipe | X |
This recipe contains:
Carbohydrates: No more than 45g
Total Sugars: No more than 25g total sugars; limit to 35g in desserts
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| High-Fiber Recipe | X |
This recipe contains:
Fiber: At least 3g
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| Quick and Easy Recipe | X |
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This recipe requires 30 minutes or less for complete preparation.
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Serves: 8 person(s)
Preparation Time: 5 mins
Cooking Time: 5 mins
Delicious and easy. Each serving equals one and one-half veggie servings.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 tsp sea salt
2 lb Italian flat beans, trimmed, cut in thirds
4 Tbsp garlic spread
Directions:
Bring pot of water with salt to boil on high; add beans. Cook uncovered 3 to 4 minutes or until tender; drain.
Melt garlic spread in skillet on medium — low heat; add beans. Toss to heat through, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with fresh ground black pepper to taste.
Author:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC: Fruit & Veggies - More Matters