Tuscan Green Beans

Tuscan Green Beans, also known as ‘Fagiolini all’uccelletto’, is a traditional Tuscan dish that is often served as a side dish with meat or fish.

This is vegan, gluten free and low carb recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 7.

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Tuscan Green Beans

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Italian Courses: Lunch, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Low Carb Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 480

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 gram Green Beans
• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 cup Basil Leaves

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to burst.
4. Add the cooked green beans to the skillet and toss to coat them in the tomato mixture.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the green beans are heated through.
7. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Serve hot as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 12g4%

Sugars 4g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.