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

Kryzt J
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This dish is a great way to use up any extra green beans you have lying around. It's also a great way to get some extra vegetables into your diet. The tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor to the dish, and the garlic and onion add a nice depth of fl


Christopher Domingo
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The green beans were cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Manoz Paudyal
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This dish is simple to make and it's always delicious. The green beans are cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor. I highly recommend this dish.


Alamgeer Shams
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. The green beans are always cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor. This dish is a great way to get some extra vegetables into your diet.


trumpingmonkey
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This dish is a great way to use up any extra green beans you have lying around. It's also a great way to get some extra vegetables into your diet. The tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor to the dish, and the garlic and onion add a nice depth of fl


ANNA YOSEPH
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit! The green beans were cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Joy Blessing
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This dish is simple to make and it's always delicious. The green beans are cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor. I highly recommend this dish.


Hassan Sadick
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a winner. The green beans are always cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor. This dish is a great way to get some extra vegetables into your diet.


Kay Kevin Fondzenyuy
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The green beans are always cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor. I highly recommend this dish.


Kaiolohia Luka
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The green beans were cooked perfectly and the tomatoes and basil added a lot of flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Sta Jaanu
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This dish is a great way to use up any extra green beans you have lying around. It's also a great way to get some extra vegetables into your diet. The tomatoes and basil add a lot of flavor to the dish, and the garlic and onion add a nice depth of fl