Best 11 Green Beans Braised With Tomatoes And Basil Recipes

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Green beans braised with tomatoes and basil is a classic summer dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The combination of sweet tomatoes, savory basil, and tender green beans creates a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. This dish is also a great way to use up fresh vegetables from your garden or local farmers market.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES & BASIL



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Here's a fast and easy way to dress up fresh green beans. Basil adds bright flavor, while lemon juice and garlic bring spring to mind. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
1 shallot, halved and sliced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place green beans in a steamer basket; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 8-10 minutes or until crisp-tender., Meanwhile, in a large skillet saute shallot in butter until tender. Add the garlic, sugar, lemon juice, salt, parsley and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in beans and tomatoes; heat through. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL SERVED WITH PARMESAN CRISPS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 large shallots, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Parmesan Crisps, recipe follows
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Cook the green beans in a large pot of boiling water until just crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Drain well; set aside.
  • Melt the butter and oil in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Add the beans and cook until the juices evaporate and the beans are almost tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Stir in the wine and basil. Simmer 2 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl, and serve.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Pour a heaping tablespoon of Parmesan onto a silicone or parchment lined baking sheet and lightly pat down. A silicone baking sheet is highly recommended. Repeat with the remaining cheese, spacing the spoonfuls about a 1/2-inch apart.
  • Bake for 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp. Cool.
  • Yield: 8 to 10 crisps

BASIL AND TOMATO GREEN BEANS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds green beans, ends trimmed
2 tablespoons butter
1 large shallot, chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup white wine
1 medium tomato, diced
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chiffonade

Steps:

  • Add the green beans to a large pot of boiling salted water. Cook until bright green, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove green beans from the boiling water and plunge into ice water to stop the cooking. Drain well.
  • In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Saute the shallot over medium heat until soft. Add red pepper flakes, salt, pepper and green beans. Toss together cooking for a minute more. Add the white wine and tomato and cook until the wine has reduced; about 3 minutes. Add the basil and season with salt and pepper, to taste

GREEN BEANS WITH BASIL



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These crisp-tender beans are accented with garlic, rosemary, basil, onion and celery.-Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh green beans
1/4 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Place beans and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, for 7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; add the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook for 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GREEN BEANS BRAISED WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Make and share this Green Beans Braised With Tomatoes and Basil recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 cup white onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 lbs green beans, trimmed
2 large plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup fresh basil leaf (packed)
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion softens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Add green beans, tomatoes, basil leaves, and 1/2 cup water.
  • Cook until beans are crisp-tender, stirring and tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to bowl and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113.3, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 9.7, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 2.7

GREEN BEANS BRAISED WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Categories     Herb     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Braise     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Basil     Green Bean     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup finely chopped white onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed
2 large plum tomatoes, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until onion softens slightly, about 5 minutes. Add green beans, tomatoes, basil leaves, and 1/2 cup water. Cook until beans are crisp-tender, stirring and tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

BRAISED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES



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A healthy, one-skillet vegetable side. Make it vegan by using vegetable broth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced (2 cups)
1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise on the bias
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped (2 cups)
1 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh oregano leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large straight-sided skillet or a wide, shallow pot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, broth, and oregano, stirring to combine; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until beans are very tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Stir in remaining 3 tablespoons oil and season with salt and pepper; serve.

GREEN BEANS BRAISED WITH TOMATOES AND FRESH BASIL



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Green beans are braised with tomatoes, garlic, and onion until tender and finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil in this easy vegetable side dish recipe.

Provided by mike

Categories     Tomato Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ pounds fresh green beans, trimmed
2 large plum tomatoes, chopped
½ cup water
1 cup fresh basil leaves
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add green beans, tomatoes, and up to 1/2 cup water. Cook until beans and tomatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle basil, salt, and pepper on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.1 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 53.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

BRAISED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND CILANTRO



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Summer tomatoes are a thing of beauty, but what if you're wanting to take a (short) break from all those caprese salads? Try this Spanish-inspired-side that braises chopped fresh tomatoes alongside sturdy romano beans; the tomatoes bring a welcome burst of acidity and a touch of sweetness to the final dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegan Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds Romano or green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (7 cups)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add oil and garlic; cook until fragrant and sizzling, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they begin to break down, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in beans and cilantro; bring to a simmer, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Season to taste and serve, drizzled with more oil and sprinkled with cilantro leaves.

VEGAN GREEN BEANS BRAISED WITH TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Elaine Louie

Categories     dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 beefsteak tomatoes
2 1/2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 shallot garlic cloves, minced
1/2 pound green beans, trimmed
1/4 teaspoon crushed chili flakes or Aleppo pepper
Salt, to taste
Ground whit epepper to taste
2 1/2 inch thick slices country bread
8 medium basil leaves, sliced into chiffonade

Steps:

  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Add tomatoes and simmer until skin begins to break, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water until cooled. Peel tomatoes, cut in half, discard seeds and cut into small cubes. Place in bowl and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, heat 2 1/2 tablespoons of the olive oil until shimmering. Add garlic and stir until barely translucent; do not allow to brown. Add the shallots and stir until translucent. Add tomatoes, raise heat to medium and stir constantly until juices have evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add green beans, spreading them evenly in the pan. Add chili flakes and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, covered, until beans are fork tender, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Brush remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil on bread slices and toast until golden brown. Place a slice on each of two plates and spoon an equal portion of green beans and tomatoes on each slice. Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 328, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 690 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BRAISED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES



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This is a simple, savory green vegetable dish. This recipe can be prepared up to three days in advance (wait to add the parsley until ready to serve). Keep the cooked beans tightly covered in the refrigerator, then reheat on the stovetop or in a 350 degree oven for about 20-30 minutes.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
1/3 cup carrot, finely chopped
2 lbs frozen green beans, not thawed
14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the onions, celery and carrots and saute, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Add the green beans, tomatoes, salt and pepper.
  • Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are very tender, about 55-65 minutes.
  • Stir in the parsley and season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes. If you're using canned tomatoes, be sure to drain them well and rinse them before using.
  • To make sure the green beans are evenly cooked, trim them to the same length before cooking.
  • If you don't have fresh basil, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried basil instead.
  • Serve the green beans with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This recipe for green beans braised with tomatoes and basil is a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The green beans are tender and flavorful, while the tomatoes and basil add a bright and refreshing flavor. This dish is also very versatile and can be served with a variety of main courses, such as grilled chicken, fish, or steak. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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