Green Beans(& yellow)

Selection Information

Usage: Ingredient in casseroles, salads and succotash - often creamed.

Selection: Look for fresh, clean beans that are tender, crisp and well-shaped. The most tender beans will be thin but can be either long or short. Pick beans with smooth skin.

Wash beans in water before refrigeration, but do not snap off the ends before storing. Beans will keep for several days in a plastic container, but are best when used immediately.

Avoid: Avoid beans that are tough and discolored - this is a sign that they are not fresh. Also avoid beans that are soft, wrinkled or have lumpy sections along the length.

Seasonal Information

Beans are available year-round with peaks from April to July. Washington beans peak in July and August.

Green Bean Nutritional Information

Serving size: 1/4 cup (83g)
Calories 25
Fat 0g
Sodium 0mg
Protein 1g
Carbohydrate 5g
Dietary Fiber 3 g

% of U.S. RDA
Vitamin A 2%
Vitamin C 8%
Calcium 4%
Iron 2%

Low calorie, Fat-free, Sodium-free, Cholesterol-free.