Simple, Yet Elegant Fresh Green Beans Recipe

Name: Simple, Yet Elegant Fresh Green Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh green beans; 1 small tomatoes (chopped); 1 garlic clove (crushed); 1 small onion (chopped); 2 tablespoons butter; water; salt & pepper; 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt; GARNISH; 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Wash and snip the ends of green beans.
2
In a pan, saute the onions and garlic until soft.
3
Add the chopped tomato and a bit of water cook for 15 minutes, until mixture has become soft and well mixed together.
4
Add the green beans, salt & pepper and seasoning salt. If water evaporated, add a little more to help beans cook.
5
Cover and cook until beans are crisp yet tender, approximately 20 minutes.
6
There should be some liquid, not much, spoon beans onto a platter, spooning tomato pieces on top of beans.
7
You could garnish with toasted slivered almonds if you like.
8
Serve next to your favorite entree.

165

kcal

Calories

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 1/2 lb fresh green beans, 1 small tomatoes (chopped), 1 garlic clove (crushed), 1 small onion (chopped), and more.

Yes, Simple, Yet Elegant Fresh Green Beans falls under the General 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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Simple, Yet Elegant Fresh Green Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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