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Sauteed Green Beans with Tomatoes, Garlic, and Pine Nuts Recipe

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Sauteed Green Beans is a flavorful and healthy vegetable side dish featuring tender green beans cooked with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices. This recipe highlights the natural sweetness of onions and tomatoes combined with warm coriander and smoky paprika, finished with toasted pine nuts and a bright splash of lemon juice for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired accompaniment perfect for any meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • 2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved on the diagonal
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large tomatoes on the vine, diced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons pine nuts (optional)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Saute the onions: Coat a large skillet with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chopped onions and a generous pinch of kosher salt, then cook while tossing regularly until the onions become fragrant and golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  2. Saute the green beans: Add the trimmed and halved green beans to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing frequently, until the green beans begin to soften but still retain some crispness.
  3. Add the flavor-makers: Stir in the minced garlic, diced tomatoes, and 1/4 cup water. Season the mixture with ground coriander, paprika, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly to combine the flavors.
  4. Simmer the vegetables: Reduce heat to medium-low and cover the skillet with a lid. Let the mixture simmer for about 25 minutes, checking and stirring occasionally. The green beans and tomatoes will soften and release their juices to create a flavorful pan sauce.
  5. Toast the pine nuts (optional): While the vegetables simmer, heat about 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the pine nuts and toss continuously with a wooden spoon until they turn a faint golden brown. Be careful not to burn them. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove the green beans from heat and transfer them to a serving platter, pouring any pan juices over the top. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and a little extra olive oil. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and toasted pine nuts if using. Serve warm as a delightful side dish.

Notes

  • Trim the green beans evenly for consistent cooking.
  • Keep an eye on the pine nuts while toasting as they can burn quickly.
  • This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
  • For a nuttier flavor, you can substitute pine nuts with slivered almonds or walnuts.
  • If fresh tomatoes are out of season, canned diced tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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