Green beans are slender, crisp vegetables that add color and freshness to balanced meals. They’re mild in flavor and easy to prepare.
Sometimes called string beans, green beans are technically legumes but nutritionally closer to non-starchy vegetables. They provide fiber, vitamin C, and plant compounds that support overall wellness.
Key Benefits
• Supports digestive wellness
• Adds volume with minimal calories
• Contributes antioxidant nutrients
• Encourages vegetable variety
• Easy weeknight side dish
Key Nutrients
• Fiber
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin K
• Folate
• Antioxidant compounds
Nutrition Facts (per 1 cup cooked green beans)
• Calories: ~44
• Carbs: ~10g
• Fiber: ~4g
• Protein: ~2g
• Fat: ~0g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
Easy Ways to Eat Green Beans
• Steam and drizzle with olive oil
• Roast with garlic
• Add to stir-fries
• Toss into salads
• Stir into grain bowls
How to Choose and Store
How to choose
Look for firm, bright green beans that snap easily.
How to store
• Refrigerate unwashed in produce drawer
How long it lasts
5 to 7 days refrigerated
Pairs Well With
• Garlic
• Lemon
• Almonds
• Mushrooms
• Potatoes
Conditions Green Beans May Help Support
This section is not medical advice.
Green beans may support
• Digestive wellness
• Heart-supportive eating patterns
• Balanced blood sugar
For medical nutrition therapy, consult a licensed provider.
