Description
What to look for
Beans are best when they are young. Look for fresh and tender pods which make a good snapping sound when broken.
Store
Refrigerate in paper bags. Use promptly.
How to prepare
If desired, top and tail (cut the ends off), then slice or leave whole.
Ways to eat
The taste of beans is best when they are cooked until tender but still slightly crisp. Serve as a side vegetable sprinkled with chopped nuts or fresh herbs. Cold, raw or blanched, beans can be used in salads or used as a crudite with a dipping sauce.
Cooking methods
Boil, grill, microwave, steam, stir fry.
Nutrition
Green beans are a good source of dietary fibre, niacin and vitamin C, a source of folate, riboflavin, vitamin A, and vitamin B6 and contain a dietary significant amount of potassium.
