Green Beans Stewed With Tomatoes Recipe

Name: Green Beans Stewed With Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb green beans (can also use fennel, asparagus or broccoli instead); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 2 ripe tomatoes, diced; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons water; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1
Trim ends of beans;cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths.
2
In a large saucepan cook beans in lightly salted water for about 3 minutes; drain well.
3
In a large non stick skillet, heat oil and add onion, garlic and basil.
4
Cook for 2 minutes or until softened.
5
Add remaining ingredients, except beans, and cook for 3 minutes then add beans.
6
Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until tender, stirring often.
7
If necessary add more water to keep mixture moist.
8
TO freeze: label and freeze in freezer bags or freezer containers for up to 4 months.
9
To serve: defrost in fridge overnight and then reheat.
10
Serve as a side dish or as a pasta sauce and sprinkle with parmesan cheese if desired.

159

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb green beans (can also use fennel, asparagus or broccoli instead), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Green Beans Stewed With Tomatoes falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Beans Stewed With Tomatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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