BRAISED GREEN BEANS WITH TOMATOES AND CILANTRO

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Summer tomatoes are a thing of beauty, but what if you're wanting to take a (short) break from all those caprese salads? Try this Spanish-inspired-side that braises chopped fresh tomatoes alongside sturdy romano beans; the tomatoes bring a welcome burst of acidity and a touch of sweetness to the final dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegan Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped (3 cups)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds Romano or green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces (7 cups)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, plus more leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high. Add oil and garlic; cook until fragrant and sizzling, about 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook until they begin to break down, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in beans and cilantro; bring to a simmer, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Season to taste and serve, drizzled with more oil and sprinkled with cilantro leaves.

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