GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND HERBS (DIABETIC)

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon minced basil
1 teaspoon minced oregano
1 pound trimmed green beans
salt and pepper, to taste

In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 3 to 4 minutes.

Add the tomatoes, basil and oregano. Cook for 2 minutes.

Add the green beans. Cover and cook for 6 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Yield: 4 servings

Nutritional Information per serving (3/4 cup):
Calories: 113, fat: 4 g, cholesterol: 0 mg, sodium: 281 mg, carbohydrate: 18 g, dietary fiber: 6
g, sugars: 8 g, protein: 4 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 vegetable, 1 fat