Dressed Up Italian Green Beans
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Dressed Up Italian Green Beans! Fresh, crisp green beans are blanched to perfection and then sautéed in olive oil with aromatic minced garlic and juicy cherry tomatoes. Seasoned with a fragrant blend of Italian seasoning and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, these beans are topped off with a sprinkling of freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as an elegant accompaniment to your favorite Italian-inspired main dishes. Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, these Italian sautéed green beans are sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Trim the ends of the green beans and wash them thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and blanch them for 3-4 minutes, just until they are bright green and slightly tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
Toss the blanched green beans into the skillet, stirring to coat them in the garlic and tomato mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper over the green beans. Stir well to combine the flavors.
Turn off the heat and transfer the green beans to a serving dish. Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish to complement your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
682 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.9 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2117 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 863 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1426 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
