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Creamy green beans Calories
Fiber, vitamin K, and creamy flavor
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Creamy green beans (150 g) has 134 calories. That works out to 89 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.6 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 9.8 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 48 µg of Vitamin K covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Creamy green beans Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 150 g
134
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
9.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
9.8g
· 13% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 9% · Fat 63%
Creamy green beans nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 134 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.8 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6.07 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 323 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Creamy green beans?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 134 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 75 g | 67 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 160 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 225 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 223 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 300 g | 267 kcal |
Calculated from 89 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Creamy green beans
How do you make creamy green beans from scratch?
Creamy green beans are made by cooking green beans until tender and finishing them with cream. Sauté the beans with onion or garlic, add a little water or stock to cook them through, then stir in cream near the end and warm gently.
What goes well with creamy green beans?
Creamy green beans pair well with roast chicken, grilled meat, or a simple grain such as rice. For a lighter meal, serve them with crusty bread and a crisp salad rather than another rich, creamy side.
Can you make creamy green beans with canned green beans?
Yes, canned green beans work in creamy green beans. Drain them well and add them after preparing the sauce, since they are already cooked; simmering them for too long can make them mushy.
How do you keep the sauce from curdling in creamy green beans?
Keep creamy green beans from curdling by adding the cream after the beans are cooked and heating the dish gently. Avoid a hard boil, and add acidic ingredients such as lemon or vinegar only after taking the pan off the heat.
Can you make creamy green beans ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare creamy green beans ahead, but the sauce may thicken as it sits. Refrigerate them promptly in a covered container, then reheat gently with a splash of milk or water to loosen the sauce.
How do you thicken the sauce for creamy green beans?
To thicken creamy green beans, simmer the sauce gently until some liquid evaporates. If it still needs body, stir in a small amount of flour or cornstarch mixed with cold water, then cook briefly so the sauce loses its raw starch taste.
Can you use frozen green beans for creamy green beans?
Yes, frozen green beans are suitable for creamy green beans and can go straight into the pan without thawing. They may release extra water, so cook off excess liquid before stirring in the cream.
Can you freeze creamy green beans?
You can freeze creamy green beans, but the cream sauce may separate and become grainy after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the cooked beans without cream and add the cream when reheating.
What herbs go best in creamy green beans?
Parsley, thyme, and dill all complement creamy green beans. Add tender herbs such as parsley or dill near the end so their flavor stays fresh; use thyme earlier in cooking to let its flavor infuse the sauce.
Are creamy green beans supposed to be crunchy or soft?
Creamy green beans are usually tender but not mushy, with enough bite for the beans to hold their shape. Start checking them as they cook and add the cream only once they reach the texture you like.
Creamy green beans Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
48µg · 40% DV
Vitamin C
14.25mg · 16% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Folate
51µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
323mg · 14% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
368mg · 11% DV
Creamy green beans Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Creamy green beans
To burn the 134 calories in 1 cup (medium) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Creamy green beans?
Creamy green beans are fresh green beans cooked with, or served in, a creamy sauce. It is a straightforward home-style preparation rather than a dish tied to one clearly defined place of origin, and recipes can vary in how rich the sauce is.
The beans’ mild, slightly sweet flavour works well with the sauce, while keeping them a little firm gives the dish more bite. Serve it warm as a vegetable side with a main course, or alongside grains for a simple meal. It provides fibre as well as a creamy finish; use a lighter hand with the sauce if you want the beans’ fresh flavour to stand out.
How Nutritious Is Creamy green beans?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Creamy green beans Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Creamy green beans Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Creamy green beans Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Creamy green beans Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.1:1).
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