This dish can be prepared, in part, one day ahead and refrigerated.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 10 flat anchovy fillets, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons capers
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 pounds fresh green beans or haricots verts
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

      312 calories; 16 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 10 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 33 grams carbohydrates; 12 grams dietary fiber; 14 grams sugars; 14 grams protein; 17 milligrams cholesterol; 1064 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

Preparation

  1. Heat olive oil in small nonstick pan, and add the anchovies, capers and garlic, cooking about 30 seconds. Set aside and cover.
  2. Wash and trim the green beans; put in a plastic bag, and refrigerate.
  3. To serve, steam the green beans, about 7 minutes, depending on their size. Drain and mix immediately with anchovy mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

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