Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Crisp-tender green beans stir-fried with a fiery and savory Szechuan sauce, often featuring garlic, ginger, chili, and Szechuan peppercorns for a bold, aromatic kick. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: - 1 lb green beans, trimmed - 2 tbsp vegetable oil - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger - 1-2 dried red chilies, deseeded and sliced (optional) - 1 tbsp soy sauce - 1 tbsp rice vinegar - 1 tsp sugar - 1/2 tsp Szechuan peppercorns, crushed (optional) - 1/4 cup water or chicken broth - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry) Instructions: 1. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add green beans and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until blistered and tender-crisp. Remove beans and set aside. 2. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and dried chilies (if using) to the wok. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, Szechuan peppercorns (if using), and water/broth. Bring to a simmer. 4. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens. 5. Return the green beans to the wok and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through. 6. Serve immediately as a side dish.
Per 100g reference serving, Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style provides 106 kcal of energy, 2.54g protein (10% of calories), 8.37g total carbohydrates (32% of calories, including 3g dietary fiber and 2.25g sugars), and 6.96g total fat (58% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 10.3 mg | 11.4% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 34 µg | 3.8% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.64 mg | 10.9% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 56.6 µg | 47.2% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.062 mg | 5.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.103 mg | 7.9% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.802 mg | 5% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.158 mg | 9.3% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 28 µg | 7% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 28 µg | 7% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 28 µg | 7% DV |
| Choline | 14.4 mg | 2.6% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 365 µg | 10.1% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 54 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 11 µg | 1.8% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 583 µg | 5.8% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.84 mg | 4.7% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 48 mg | 3.7% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 32 mg | 7.6% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 309 mg | 6.6% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.45 mg | 4.1% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 1.2 µg | 2.2% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 55 mg | 4.4% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.113 mg | 12.6% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 226 mg | 9.8% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.339 g | 21.2% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 2.36 g | 16.8% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 2.82 g | 9.4% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 2.7 g | 13.5% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 0.951 g | 4.8% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style contains 106 calories (kcal), 2.54g of protein, 8.37g of carbohydrates (3g fiber, 2.25g total sugars), and 6.96g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style has an estimated food pH of 6.5 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of -4.67 mEq/100g, classifying it as Alkaline-Forming (Negative PRAL).
Allergen tags for Green beans, cooked, Szechuan-style: Soybeans. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 6+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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