Garlicky Green Beans with Tomatoes — Fresh, Simple, and Full of Flavor
There’s something magical about simple ingredients coming together in one pan. These Garlicky Green Beans with Tomatoes are proof that weeknight cooking doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious. The green beans stay tender-crisp, the tomatoes burst into a sweet and tangy sauce, and the garlic… well, it makes the whole kitchen smell irresistible.
This dish is a perfect balance of fresh vegetables and bold flavor. It’s light enough to serve alongside grilled chicken or fish, yet satisfying enough to stand on its own with a slice of crusty bread to soak up those garlicky juices. Plus, it’s ready in under 30 minutes — making it a go-to for busy evenings.
If you’re looking for a way to bring more veggies to the table without sacrificing flavor, this is it. Whether you’re hosting a summer dinner, meal prepping for the week, or just need a quick side that everyone will actually eat, these garlicky green beans with tomatoes will become a regular in your kitchen.
Grab your skillet, turn up the heat, and let’s get cooking!
Galicky Green Beans with Tomatoes
Equipment
- 1 Large Pot Boiling green beans
- 1 large sauce pan
Ingredients
- 16 oz fresh green beans
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 2-3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or Avocado Oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil water (6-8 quarts) on medium to high heat
- Salt boiling water and add green beans. Boil for 10-15 minutes, leaving them al dente. They should have a crunch to them. Drain.
- In a large saucepan, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, red bell pepper, and tomatoes to the oil and season to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika. Saute 5 minutes. Until they start to soften and the water has cooked out of the tomatoes.
- Add remaining oil to the pan and saute drained green beans with onions, red bell pepper, and tomatoes. Stir veggies and adjust season with salt, pepper, and paprika to taste. Saute until they are tender but still have a crunch (to your liking). Adjust seasoning as needed and stir in garlic and parsley once green beans done.
- Serve hot.
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