Sautéed Runner Beans with Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic

Designed for busy evenings, this recipe for sautéed runner beans with cherry tomatoes and garlic uses minimal active time, ensuring a fresh and flavourful vegetable side dish is on your table in under 30 minutes. It’s a simple, yet satisfying way to enjoy seasonal produce, bringing vibrant colours and Mediterranean flavours to any meal. We believe in providing solutions that integrate seamlessly into your routine, offering wellness and efficiency without compromising on taste. This approach ensures you can always enjoy wholesome meals, even on the most hectic of days.

Quick Overview

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 14.1 oz (400g) fresh runner beans
• 7.1 oz (200g) cherry tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• A pinch of chilli (optional)
• Fine salt, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• A few fresh basil leaves, to garnish

Method

1. Top and tail the runner beans, discarding the ends, then wash them thoroughly under running water. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the garlic cloves.
2. Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and the chilli (if using), allowing them to sizzle for about 1 minute until the garlic is lightly golden.
3. Add the runner beans to the pan. Pour in a couple of tablespoons of water, cover with a lid, and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the runner beans are tender but still slightly crunchy.
4. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes, mix gently, and continue cooking without the lid for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the cherry tomatoes to soften and release their juices.
5. Season with salt and pepper to your taste. Turn off the heat and tear the fresh basil leaves by hand before stirring them through.

Serving & Leftovers

Serve the sautéed runner beans immediately as a warm or tepid side dish. They are excellent alongside white meats, fish, or as part of a light vegetarian meal. Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated gently in a frying pan or microwave.

Nutrition

Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on ingredients and portions.

One Last Thing

Incorporating fresh vegetable dishes like this into your culinary routine is a simple way to add flavour and nourishment. This recipe is designed to be a reliable resource, a versatile side dish you can prepare with confidence whenever you desire a touch of Mediterranean freshness on your table, without complications or lengthy waits.