Mexican Style Green Beans with Red Onion and Jalapeno
A spicy and flavorful side dish that pairs well with any Mexican main course.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Jalapeno - 1, seeded and finely chopped
- Red onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
- Green beans - 1 pound, trimmed
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the red onion and jalapeno and cook until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the green beans, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve warm.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Side Dish
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 80
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbs: 16g
- Protein: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 4g