Makes 8 servings
2 16 ounce cans green beans, rinsed and drained
2 shallots, or 1 small onion, peeled, thin-sliced, separated into rings
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons granulated sugar substitute, or 3 packets or 2 Tbl. sugar
2 teaspoons oregano leaves
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup diet cola
1/4 cup water, or apple juice
2 tablespoons vinegar
In a large bowl, combine the garlic, parsley, sugar substitute, oregano, mustard, salt, diet cola, water, and vinegar, stirring until mixed. Add the beans and shallots/onions; toss lightly with a fork. Pack into 1 quart jar. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight for the flavors to blend. Serve chilled or as a hot vegetable with steak, hamburger, or meat loaf.
Makes 1 quart
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving: Calories 51 – Calories from Fat 2
Percent Total Calories From: Fat 4%, Protein 18%, Carbohydrate 78%
Totals and Percent Daily Values (2000 calories): Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 170mg, Total Carbohydrate 10g, Dietary Fiber 1g, Sugars 0g, Protein 2g, Vitamin A 1014 units, Vitamin C 21 units, Calcium 0 units, Iron 1 units