Green Beans and Tomatoes
serves 4

Green Beans and Tomatoes

Green beans, tomatoes and basil compliment each other beautifully. This is best served with garden fresh vegetables. Try this healthy green bean side dish with your Thanksgiving feast.

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1 pound greened beans, trimmed and cut into bite size pieces
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, chopped

1/4 cup sliced black olives
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil (1/4 teaspoon dried basil)
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1. Place steaming basket in the bottom of a large saucepan. Pour enough water to cover the bottom of a saucepan with about 1/2 inch of water. (The water should be just below the steaming basket without touching it.)
2. Place green beans on steamer basket, bring water to a boil, reduce heat, cover and steam for 7-10 minutes. (Green beans should be tender.)
3. Remove green beans when done, empty water rom the pan and remove steaming basket. 
4. Heat oil in saucepan over medium heat, add green beans, tomatoes, olives and basil. Gently stir and cook until heated through 3-4 minutes.
5. Spoon vegetables into serving bowl, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Calories 98 calories, Fat 4.6g, Cholesterol 9mg, Sodium 179mg
Carbohydrates 11.3g, Fiber 4.9g, Sugars 3.3g, Protein 5.1g