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Green Beans with Tomato and Basil

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Start to Finish: 25 minutes
 
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Ingredients

  • 1  Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1  medium onion, chopped
  • 1  bunch green onions, white part only
  • 2  cloves garlic, minced
  • 4  cups trimmed fresh green beans (about 10 oz.) or frozen whole green beans, thawed
  • 1/4  cup water
  • 1/4  cup chopped fresh basil or Italian (flat-leaf) parsley
  • 1/4  tsp. salt
  • 1/8  tsp. ground black pepper
  • 2  small tomatoes, cut into wedges

Directions

1. In a very large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, white part of green onions, and garlic; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add green beans; cook for 2 minutes more, tossing with tongs frequently. Add water; bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 7 to 9 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Stir in basil, salt, and pepper. Serve with tomato wedges. Makes 4 servings.

2. TEST KITCHEN TIP: To give this recipe Southern flair, add 1/2 cup chopped ham at the same time as the onions and garlic.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories 84,
  • Total Fat (g) 4,
  • Saturated Fat (g) 1,
  • Monounsaturated Fat (g) 2,
  • Polyunsaturated Fat (g) 1,
  • Cholesterol (mg) 0,
  • Sodium (mg) 155,
  • Carbohydrate (g) 12,
  • Total Sugar (g) 4,
  • Fiber (g) 5,
  • Protein (g) 3,
  • Vitamin C (DV%) 36,
  • Calcium (DV%) 6,
  • Iron (DV%) 8,
  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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