One cup of cooked green beans (about 125 g) provides roughly 45 calories and 4 g of fiber, per USDA FoodData Central. Green beans are a filling, low-calorie side rich in vitamin C and K. They work in almost any meal. Steam or sauté lightly; skip the canned-cream casserole to keep calories low.

Key facts:

  • 1 cup cooked: ~45 kcal
  • Fiber: ~4 g
  • Vitamin C + K
  • Skip cream casserole