Fagiolini al Forno

Fagiolini al Forno is a delicious and healthy Italian baked green bean dish, featuring fresh green beans baked with garlic, olive oil, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect as a side dish or a light main course.

Ingredients

• Green beans - 300 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Bread crumbs - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Wash the green beans and trim the ends.
3. In a large bowl, combine the green beans, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the beans are well coated.
4. Transfer the green beans to a baking dish and spread them out evenly.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, and lemon zest.
6. Sprinkle the cheese and bread crumb mixture evenly over the green beans.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the green beans are tender and the topping is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from green beans.
• Provides healthy fats from olive oil.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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