Lemon Ginger String Beans

Weight Watchers
Also works well with snap peas and snow peas.


2 tsp olive oil
2 medium garlic gloves, minced
1 T minced fresh ginger root
3 cups string beans (fresh or frozen and thawed/0
2 T fresh lemon juice
2 tsp finely grated lemon zest
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.  Add garlic and ginger and cook 1 minute.
Add string beans and cook until golden brown, stirring. About 2 minutes
Add lemon juice and zest; cover and steam until string beans are crips-tender, about 2 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Yields about 4 servings of 3/4 cup per serving.