Italian Flat Green Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for *Italian Flat Green Beans with Tomatoes and Garlic*. Featuring tender-crisp Italian flat green beans, juicy ripe tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, this dish is a celebration of simple yet bold Mediterranean flavors. Sautéed in olive oil and infused with fresh basil and optional red chili flakes for a touch of heat, this recipe offers a perfect balance of freshness and comfort. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal as a healthy side for grilled meats, a topper for crusty bread, or even as a light vegetarian main course. Bursting with color and nutrients, this skillet-cooked vegetable medley is an effortless way to bring authentic Italian flair to your table.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Italian flat green beans
- 3 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and trim the ends of the Italian flat green beans. Cut them into 2-3 inch pieces if desired.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, then add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
Chop the tomatoes into small dice and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 4
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Step 6
Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing them to break down into a light sauce. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the mixture.
Step 7
Add the blanched green beans to the skillet and toss to combine with the tomato-garlic mixture. Stir in the red chili flakes if using.
Step 8
Cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender but retain some firmness.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Step 10
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Step 11
Serve warm as a side dish or a light vegetarian main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (933.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 642.3 |
| Total Fat 43.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2411.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.6g | |
| Protein 16.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 252.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2007.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories