Sandy Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes
Category: Side Dishes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Green Beans (fresh) | 500g |
| Cherry Tomatoes | 10 |
| White Bread (sliced) | 3 slices |
| Parmigiano Reggiano DOP (grated) | 2 tbsp |
| Oregano | 1 tsp |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | q.b. (to taste) |
| Fine Salt | q.b. (to taste) |
Instructions
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Prepare the Green Beans:
Begin by trimming the ends of the green beans, then rinse them thoroughly under cold water to clean. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the green beans for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender but still slightly crisp. -
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Prepare the Tomatoes:
While the green beans are cooking, wash and cut the cherry tomatoes into quarters, setting them aside. -
Make the Crumb Topping:
Next, cut the white bread slices into small cubes. In a mixing bowl, add the oregano and grated Parmigiano Reggiano to the bread cubes. Toss everything together to ensure even coating. This mixture will create a delightful crumb topping for the dish. -
Cook the Dish:
Once the green beans are ready, drain them and set them aside. Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked green beans and the cherry tomatoes to the skillet, seasoning them with salt to taste. Sauté for a couple of minutes until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices. -
Add the Crumb Mixture:
After the tomatoes have softened, sprinkle the prepared bread crumb mixture over the green beans and tomatoes in the skillet. Stir occasionally, ensuring that the breadcrumbs toast and turn golden brown, absorbing the flavors of the olive oil and veggies. -
Final Touches:
Once the bread crumbs are golden and crispy, remove the skillet from the heat. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, then serve the dish warm.
These Sandy Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes are a perfect side dish for a variety of main courses, bringing together the freshness of green beans and the sweetness of ripe cherry tomatoes, all wrapped in a flavorful, golden breadcrumb topping. Enjoy the simplicity and deliciousness of this vibrant dish!
