Best 2 SautÉed Green Beans And Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

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Sautéed green beans and cherry tomatoes is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. You can use fresh or frozen green beans, and any type of cherry tomatoes will work. This dish is also a great way to use up any leftover green beans or cherry tomatoes that you have on hand.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED GREEN BEANS AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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Make and share this Sauteed Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 lb green beans, trimmed
1/2 cup water
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
salt & pepper, freshly ground (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add green beans and cook, stirring often, until seared in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Add water, cover, reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes for tender-crisp or 6 minutes for tender.
  • Push the beans to the side; add the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add tomatoes, stir everything together and cook until the tomatoes begin to break down, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; stir in vinegar, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 10.5, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 2.7

SAUTÉED GREEN BEANS AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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Categories     Bean     Side     Sauté

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups (16 oz) green beans, trimmed
2 T unsalted butter
1 shallot, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 T dry white wine
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 T tarragon chopped (I use dry)
To taste salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Trim the stems from the beans; cook in boiling salted water for approx. 6-8 mins. until tender. Shock the beans in ice water and drain. Chill until needed. 2. Heat the butter; add the shallot and garlic and cook 2 mins. Add the lemon juice and wine, and cook 1 min more or until almost dry. 3. Add the beans; season and cook 2 mins. 4. Add the cherry tomatoes and tarragon. Cook 2 mins or just long enough to heat the tomatoes. 5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender green beans: Look for beans that are bright green and snap easily when bent. Avoid beans that are limp or have brown spots.
  • Trim the green beans: Trim the ends of the green beans and remove any strings. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Blanch the green beans (optional): Blanching the green beans before sautéing them will help them retain their color and crunch. To blanch the green beans, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are bright green and tender. Drain the green beans in a colander and rinse them with cold water.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will help the green beans cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Cook the green beans over medium-high heat: This will help them brown and blister slightly, giving them a delicious flavor.
  • Add the cherry tomatoes and seasonings: Once the green beans are cooked, add the cherry tomatoes, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes, or until the cherry tomatoes are softened and the garlic is fragrant.
  • Serve immediately: Sautéed green beans and cherry tomatoes are best served immediately. They can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course with a side of rice or quinoa.

Conclusion:

Sautéed green beans and cherry tomatoes is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give sautéed green beans and cherry tomatoes a try.

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