Green Bean Carbonara
Green Bean Carbonara
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 minutes
SERVES: 2
Green Bean Carbonara
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 minutes
SERVES: 2
Ingredients
A perfect quick dinner for one or two any night of the week. This classic dish gets a makeover with the addition of green beans and poached eggs. It will quickly become a recipe staple everyone will love!
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh parsley, divided
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt, divided
- Pinch pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
- 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) frozen green beans
- 6 oz (175 g) spaghetti with added fibre
- 2 large poached eggs (see tip)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh ground pepper
Preparation
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp (15 mL) of parsley, half of the salt and pepper; set aside.
In a non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat and cook green beans, remaining parsley and salt for about 3 minutes or until beans are tender and slightly blistered; set aside.
Meanwhile, in a pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain pasta and return to pot. Stir in egg mixture and toss until pasta is coated and creamy. Stir in green beans until well combined.
Divide pasta into warm shallow bowls and top each with a poached egg. Sprinkle with additional parmesan cheese and pepper if desired.
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Ingredients
A perfect quick dinner for one or two any night of the week. This classic dish gets a makeover with the addition of green beans and poached eggs. It will quickly become a recipe staple everyone will love!
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh parsley, divided
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt, divided
- Pinch pepper
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
- 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) frozen green beans
- 6 oz (175 g) spaghetti with added fibre
- 2 large poached eggs (see tip)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese and fresh ground pepper
Preparation
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp (15 mL) of parsley, half of the salt and pepper; set aside.
In a non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat and cook green beans, remaining parsley and salt for about 3 minutes or until beans are tender and slightly blistered; set aside.
Meanwhile, in a pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain pasta and return to pot. Stir in egg mixture and toss until pasta is coated and creamy. Stir in green beans until well combined.
Divide pasta into warm shallow bowls and top each with a poached egg. Sprinkle with additional parmesan cheese and pepper if desired.
RECIPE TIP
How to poach eggs: In a saucepan filled halfway with water, bring to a simmer; add 1 tbsp (15 mL) white vinegar. Crack egg into small bowl and lower gently into water. Repeat with 1 more egg. Poach for about 4 minutes or until desired doneness. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel lined plate.
Feel free to substitute other hard cheeses like Romano or Grana Padano for the Parmesan cheese in the recipe.
If using fresh green beans, blanch them first before using. In a saucepan of boiling water, cook beans for about 4 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water. Refrigerate until ready to use.
DID YOU KNOW?
Bone is a living tissue, that is constantly renewing and repairing itself from everyday wear and tear. However, like many nutrients, calcium is absorbed less effectively as we age. Try out our calcium calculator to see if you are getting enough in your daily diet.
Emily Richards
Nutritional Information
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Calories680
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Saturated8g
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Fat26g
-
Cholesterol400mg
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Sodium900mg
-
Fibre11g
-
Potassium550mg
-
Carbohydrate78g
-
Sugars5g
-
Iron19%
-
Vitamin A33%
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Vitamin B120%
-
Vitamin C19%
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Vitamin D4%
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Vitamin K≥113%
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Calcium400mg
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Protein34g
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Zinc0%
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Magnesium≥10%
* The percentage of calcium is based on the Osteoporosis Canada’s daily calcium requirement for people under 50 years of age of 1000 mg.
Osteoporosis Canada’s position on nutrition for healthy bones focuses on calcium and vitamin D while stressing a well-balanced diet which includes fiber and whole grains, vitamins and minerals and protein.
RECIPE TIP
How to poach eggs: In a saucepan filled halfway with water, bring to a simmer; add 1 tbsp (15 mL) white vinegar. Crack egg into small bowl and lower gently into water. Repeat with 1 more egg. Poach for about 4 minutes or until desired doneness. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel lined plate.
Feel free to substitute other hard cheeses like Romano or Grana Padano for the Parmesan cheese in the recipe.
If using fresh green beans, blanch them first before using. In a saucepan of boiling water, cook beans for about 4 minutes or until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water. Refrigerate until ready to use.
DID YOU KNOW?
Bone is a living tissue, that is constantly renewing and repairing itself from everyday wear and tear. However, like many nutrients, calcium is absorbed less effectively as we age. Try out our calcium calculator to see if you are getting enough in your daily diet.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
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Calories680
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Saturated8g
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Fat26g
-
Cholesterol400mg
-
Sodium900mg
-
Fibre11g
-
Potassium550mg
-
Carbohydrate78g
-
Sugars5g
-
Iron19%
-
Vitamin C19%
-
Vitamin B120%
-
Calcium400mg
-
Protein34g
-
Vitamin A33%
-
Zinc0%
-
Vitamin D4%
