Green Beans with Lemon and Thyme

Green Beans with Lemon and Thyme

The fried onions, cream, flour, and butter of a green bean casserole have been replaced by more refreshing fare. Lemon and thyme pair beautifully with green beans.

Total Time: 14 min.
Prep Time: 5 min.
Cooking Time: 9 min.
Yield: 12 servings, ¾ cup each

Ingredients:
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2½ lbs. green beans, trimmed (about 10 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
½ tsp. sea salt
¼ cup water
1 tsp. finely chopped lemon peel
3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
¼ cup chopped fresh thyme

Preparation:
1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add green beans and garlic. Season with salt; cook, stirring frequently, for 4 to 6 minutes.
3. Add water; cook, covered, for 2 minutes.
4. Remove lid; cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until water evaporates.
5. Add lemon peel, lemon juice, and thyme. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 42

Fat: 1 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Sodium: 101 mg

Carbohydrate: 7 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 3 g

Protein: 2 g

Grilled Chicken with Apples and Honey

Grilled Chicken with Apples and Honey

This grilled chicken dish topped with honey and sautéed apples is delicious whether you're celebrating the High Holidays or just looking for a healthy chicken recipe.

Total Time: 35 min.
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cooking Time: 20 min.
Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients:
¼ cup white wine (or low-sodium chicken broth)
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
2 tsp. raw honey
1 dash sea salt
4 tsp. olive oil, divided use
4 (4-oz.) raw chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
4 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, thinly sliced
½ medium onion, thinly sliced

Preparation:
1. Preheat grill or broiler.
2. Combine wine, mustard, honey, and salt in a small bowl; whisk to blend. Set aside.
3. Brush chicken breasts evenly with 1 tsp. olive oil.
4. Grill or broil chicken for 5 minutes on each side or until chicken is no longer pink in the middle and juices run clear. Set aside.
5. While chicken is cooking, heat remaining 3 tsp. oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
6. Add apples, onion, and wine mixture; cook, stirring frequently, for 8 to 10 minutes, or until apples are tender and liquid thickens slightly to sauce consistency.
7. Serve apples over chicken.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 278

Fat: 8 g

Saturated Fat: 1 g

Cholesterol: 73 mg

Sodium: 294 mg

Carbohydrate: 26 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 20 g

Protein: 25 g