Italian Style Green Beans Recipe
Make Italian Style Green Beans Recipe in just 25m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Trim and Prepare Green Beans
Wash the fresh green beans under cold running water. Trim the ends off the beans and set aside.
- 2
Prep Other Vegetables
Dice the red onion and chop the cherry tomatoes in half. Mince the garlic cloves.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent. Then add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Cook the Green Beans
Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the olive oil and aromatics. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the green beans are tender but still crisp.
- 5
Add Cherry Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the tomatoes are softened and heated through.
- 6
Finish with Fresh Basil
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm as a side dish.
