Green Beans Tomatoes And Basil

Ingredients

• 6 cups green beans (about 1 pound, ends snipped)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion (medium, finely chopped)
• 1 can tomatoes, low-sodium (14.5 ounce can, drained and chopped)
• 1 tablespoon basil (fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
• 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
• salt and pepper (to taste, optional)

‍ Instructions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Cook beans in a large saucepan of boiling water for 5 minutes; beans will still be crisp. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Set aside.
3. In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes until softened.
4. Add tomatoes, basil and parsley. Cook 3 minutes to heat and combine flavors.
5. Stir beans into pan and cook 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper (optional).

Source: USDA / MyPlate