Green Beans with Tomatoes

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Green Beans with Tomatoes. Featuring tender, crisp green beans and juicy cherry tomatoes sautéed in fragrant garlic and olive oil, this quick and easy recipe is a perfect blend of freshness and simplicity. A touch of water steams the green beans to perfection, while a sprinkle of aromatic basil leaves adds a bright, herbal finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper, making it an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats, grilled fish, or as a light vegetarian entrée. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this one-pan wonder is both nutritious and delicious—a must-try for your next meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g fresh green beans
• 250 g cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 120 ml water

Directions

Step 1

Wash the green beans thoroughly under cold running water. Trim the ends and cut them in half to make them easier to eat. Set aside.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel. Slice each tomato in half.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden.

Step 5

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir well to combine with the tomatoes and garlic.

Step 7

Pour the water into the skillet, cover it with a lid, and let the green beans steam for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender yet still crisp.

Step 8

Remove the lid, season the vegetables with salt and ground black pepper, and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing any excess liquid to evaporate.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces. Sprinkle the basil over the green beans and tomatoes.

Step 10

Gently toss the mixture to combine all the flavors, then transfer the green beans with tomatoes to a serving dish.

Step 11

Serve warm as a side dish or a light entrée. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	920.9 grams (920.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	471

Total Fat 29.60g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2411mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 49.20g	18%
Dietary Fiber 20.80g	74%
Total Sugars 23.10g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 1718mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 38.5%