Green Beans Vinaigrette
Yield: 4 servings, each with 9 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 6 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 bag (1 pound) frozen, cut green beans, thawed 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons Italian Vinaigrette Dressing INSTRUCTIONS Saute the green beans in the […]
Greek Beans
Yield: 4 servings, each with 11 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 3 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 small onion, finely minced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 bag (1 pound) frozen, cut green beans, thawed 1/2 cup diced […]
Italian Bean Bake
If you’re having a roast, simplify your life by serving this dish-it can cook right alongside the meat. Yield: 4 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 6 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 bag (1 pound) frozen Italian green […]
Herbed Green Beans
Yield: 4 servings, each with 10 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 6 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons butter 1 bag (1 pound) frozen crosscut green beans, thawed 1/4 cup finely diced celery 1/4 cup finely diced onion 1 clove garlic, […]
Lemon Pepper Beans
I think this makes a particularly good side dish with chicken or fish. Yield: 4 servings, each with 9 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 6 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 bag (1 pound) frozen green beans, French cut or crosscut, thawed […]
Green Beans Almondine
My girlfriend Tonya always though that this was a terribly complicated dish because it’s elegant and delicious. As if! It’s child’s play. Yield: 4 servings, each with 12 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 8 grams of usable carbs and 6 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 1 bag (1 […]
Smoky Cauliflower and Sausage
Holly Holder, who sent this recipe, says, “My kids, who wouldn’t touch cauliflower, loved this recipe. They had no idea what it was-and my lips are sealed!” Yield: 6 servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total of 3 grams of usable carbs and 13 grams of protein. […]
Cauliflower Kugel
A kugel is a traditional Jewish casserole that comes in both sweet and savory varieties. This savory kugel makes a nice side dish with a simple meat course. It could also be served as a vegetarian main dish. Yield: 9 servings, each with 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber, for a total […]
Cauliflower-Green Bean Casserole
Reader Honey Ashton says her family loves this. It makes a great holiday side dish. Yield: 8 servings, each with 10 grams of carbohydrates and 4 grams of fiber, for a total of 6 grams of usable carbs and 11 grams of protein. INGREDIENTS 2 bags (1 pound each) frozen cauliflower 1 cup crosscut […]
Eggplant Parmesan Squared
When you use Parmesan cheese instead of breadcrumbs to “bread” the eggplant slices, it becomes Eggplant Parmesan Squared! This takes a little doing, but it’s delicious, and it’s easily filling enough for a main dish. Yield: 6 servings, each with 13 grams of carbohydrates and 4.5 grams of fiber, for a total of 8.5 usable […]