Heart-Healthy Green Beans with Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with this *Heart-Healthy Green Beans with Tomatoes* recipe, a vibrant, low-fat side dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrients. Perfectly sautéed fresh green beans are paired with juicy cherry tomatoes and infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic and fresh basil, creating a light yet satisfying medley. A drizzle of zesty lemon juice and a hint of olive oil bring everything together, enhancing its wholesome Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Whether served alongside grilled fish, roasted chicken, or as part of a plant-based meal, this simple yet delicious recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking healthy and flavorful dining options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh green beans
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Wash the green beans thoroughly under cold running water. Trim the ends and set them aside.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice each in half.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
Add the green beans to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the tomatoes have softened slightly.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the skillet.
Season the dish with salt and black pepper, then drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Toss everything in the skillet to combine the flavors well. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until everything is heated through.
Serve warm as a delightful side dish, garnished with extra fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 637 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1714 mg | 36% | |
*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.
